Ep. 136 - Christian Marriage Advice: How to Repair, Reconnect & Grow Together // Debra Fileta

Why do so many Christian marriages struggle even when both spouses truly love each other? Homeschool expert Christy-Faith sits down with licensed professional counselor Debra Fileta to talk about her new book, Relationship Skills, and the four seasons every marriage passes through. Healthy marriages aren't found — they're built.🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum RecommendationsI spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion).👉 Free DownloadIn this episode, you'll learn:Why Christian marriages struggle from a lack of skill, not a lack of loveThe difference between a difficult, dysfunctional, and toxic relationship — and when to get professional helpThe four seasons of marriage: spring, summer, fall, and winterWhy the goal of Christian marriage isn't just longevity — it's transformationHow to change old patterns by starting with what you bring to the tableThe 90-second hack for building emotional intimacy in marriageHow to apologize to your spouse in 3 steps: own it, validate, and share your plan for changeWhy marriage repair after conflict can make you stronger — and why there's hope even in winterSponsors:BJU Press Homeschool✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level👉 View SamplesCTC Math✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you!👉 Free Trial👉 Get 50% OffLearningRx✔ Backed by 35 years of research✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and mathUse code HOME50 for $50 off your cognitive skills assessment👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills AssessmentSummit Healthshare✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans👉 View Health Plans & SavingsResources mentioned:Relationship Skills by Debra Fileta — Debra's newest book on the four seasons of relationshipsPeople Skills by Debra Fileta — a great relationship-skills book for homeschool familiesRelationship Skills Quiz — free quiz to find which skills your relationship needs in this seasonTalk To Me: The Debra Fileta PodcastDebra Fileta Counselors Network — faith-forward, clinically trained counselorsThe Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly providersThrive Homeschool CommunityAbout our guest:Debra Fileta is a Licensed Professional Counselor, national speaker, and founder of the Debra Fileta Counselors Network. She is the bestselling author of ten books, including RESET, Soul Care, and her newest book, Relationship Skills. Debra is the host of the popular podcast and nationally syndicated radio show Talk To Me, where she facilitates on-air, authentic counseling-style sessions with notable pastors and leaders.👉 DebraFileta.com👉 @DebraFileta on InstagramConnect with Christy-Faith:Instagram: @christy_faith_TikTok: @christy_faithWebsite: christy-faith.comBook: Homeschool Rising🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00: