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Marriage Unhindered

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air every Saturday from 11am – 12pm CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

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50:06

The Pesky Years

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/31

Monica Joins Doug to discuss how to deal with pesky teens. It’s a tough time for the teen and the parent so meet them where they are and remember to take a deep breath or two. Listener questions and comments: Lynda - When I was raising children, I started having a family meeting and gave the children a chance to speak. It helped build trust. (20:47) Nick - There was a Catholic psychiatrist Conrad Baars who spoke of affirmation. I am a big fan because when I was a child I had issues with

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50:25

Overcoming scrupulosity and anxiety

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/30

Do you or your child struggle with anxiety or scrupulosity? Is it having a negative effect on you or your marriage? Dr. Johann D’Souza joins Doug to discuss what scrupulosity is, is not and how to treat it. Listener questions and comments: Barbara - I have had OCD all of my life. What helps me is the Surrender prayer Which I pray every day. Also what helps me are the first three steps of 12 steps program. (20:56) Paul - I'm emotionally abusive toward my wife and need direction about that

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50:32

Establishing Boundaries & Heroic Love

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/29

Doug explains how forgiveness is an act of the intellect and will regardless of how you may feel. He shares how boundaries are a vital part of forgiveness and aid in the healing process. Forgiveness is like cleaning a wound and establishing boundaries is like keeping infection away. Doug also gives advice on a number of topics including disproportionate anger, loving an angry husband who is a disabled veteran, and helping a husband who has left the faith. Listener questions and comments: Alfredo

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50:30

Practicing Forgiveness

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/28

Doug takes a deep dive into practicing forgiveness. He outlines the process for forgiveness sharing that forgiveness is not optional but a command from God in the Our Father. Listener question Al - I disagree with you. If someone breaks into my house, I forgive you. If it comes to murder, I think its delusional to think you can forgive a murder. (20:14) Sebastian - I am struggling to forgive someone. I have been renting from close family members and they have decided not to have kids but judge us

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50:30

Emotional affairs & avoiding divorce

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/25

Doug goes to the Mailbag. Is it considered an emotional affair if you haven't had contact with the person and it is more of a fantasy? Should you tell your spouse about it? Should you marry someone who does not want to have children? Doug gives advice on these questions and more. PLUS: The Friday Rant! Listener questions and comments: Jamie - Is it considered an emotional affair if you haven't had contact with the person and it is more of a fantasy? Should you tell your spouse about it? (3:55)

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50:28

Show them you love them

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/24

Monica Hinderer joins Doug sharing more ways to show your children that you love them. Listener questions and comments: Norma - I have a 2-year-old grandson who kicks me a lot. What should I do to stop this? Time outs don't work. (19:18) Michelle - I don't agree with them on authoritative parents. My dad was a battalion fire chief (25:40) Thomas - In 1 Timothy it elaborates that parents should not antagonize their kids. (31:55) Thomas - How do you know you are ready to date after a breakup? (35:32)

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50:28

Is my husband a narcissist?

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/23

Doug goes to the mail bag to answer questions regarding a clearly narcissistic husband. Can he demand intimacy? Also, Doug addresses how to navigate intimacy for older couples. Listener questions and comments: Mary - I was in a narcissistic marriage and to me this email gives me the impression that there is abuse and it is not a good marriage. (18:15) Sandy - My first marriage was a civil marriage. My second marriage is to a Catholic, but his first marriage was in the Church. I have applied for

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50:30

Attachment Wounds

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/22

Jonathan Marcotte joins Doug discussing the impact of childhood attachment wounds in marriage. Listener questions and comments: John - I have an anxiety disorder that upsets my wife and it causes tension in our marriage. What advice do you have that can help us? (24:09) Maria - Sometimes my husband makes comments that can be demeaning and I tend to shut down. What should I do? (36:55) Resources: Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/ Rekindled Hearts Marriage Bundle

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Meeting Hurt with Maturity

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/21

Conflict in Marriage is unavoidable. So how should you respond? Doug shares ten key behaviors that emotionally mature spouses demonstrate when they've been hurt. Listener questions and comments: Tina - How can I rebuild my relationship with my husband after a conflict that’s left him emotionally unavailable? (8:22) Toni - People often say homemakers aren’t “working”, but homemaking and raising children are some of the most important jobs a parent can do. (26:40) Resources:

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Humor in Marriage

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/18

Is teasing acceptable in marriage? How about playful sarcasm? Today, Doug unpacks a letter by Alice Von Hildebrand from her book By Love Refined. Doug shares how humor can be a great thing but can be hurtful if you cross the line and that the key for both spouses is to focus on the other’s virtues and qualities. Doug also shares advice on what to do when you begin to lose friends because your son has come out as gay. PLUS: The Friday Rant! Listener questions and comments: Joe - I have a

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50:30

Discipline & Punishment

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/17

Monica Hinderer joins Doug to dissect the differences between disciplining and punishing children. They share that when we punish children, the children often shut down, but when we discipline, we show them the adults we want them to become. Listener questions and comments: Mary - What should I do instead of counting to three or spanking a toddler when they don't understand? (17:44) Jean - When my children were teenagers and they would use ugly language, I would have them write lines. It really

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50:30

What he wishes you knew

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/16

Doug calls on wives to pick one or two of his points to work on with their husbands. From offering silent support for your spouse to showing emotional and physical affection, husbands need to know their wives love them. Listener questions and comments: Elizabeth - My husband leaves me little notes when I am feeling low. He tells me I'm beautiful every day. He is such a blessing. (18:55) Bob - I have been married for 72 years, and I shared some advice at my granddaughter’s wedding that will

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50:33

What she wishes you knew

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/15

Doug shares what wives wish their husbands understood. From realizing that romance doesn’t have to be expensive to learning that she often wants to be heard not fixed, Doug offers practical advice to help men become the husbands their wives truly need. Listener questions and comments: Rich: A conversation with his wife of 25 years about intimacy and emotional safety helped open honest communication in their marriage. (24:44) Larry - He explains that sometimes women just want to be heard,

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50:30

Building Trust

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/14

Can a marriage survive without trust? Can you have trust in one area of marriage and not the other? Today, Doug shares tips for building trust in your marriage. He unpacks the benefits of trust and explores the difference between emotional, intimate, financial and parental trust. Listener questions and comments: Adrianna - My adult daughter is in a relationship but it is not good. They fight a lot. It doesn't look healthy and she doesn't want to be with him. (36:48) Maribel - I am married to an

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50:24

Discipline & Happiness

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/10

Monica Hinderer joins Doug to continue their conversation on raising happy children. Listener questions and comments: Lori - When my mother disciplined my brothers, instead of getting mad she would cry. It was the worst punishment ever. (17:40) Donna - I have a son who's older, and making a career choice. I was worried about him and he went into a trade and he's so happy. (35:45) Mark - My mom cried when my brother and I had a fight and it really upset her. It was definitely God speaking through

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Marriage Therapy Works

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/09

What is holding you back from seeing a marriage counselor? Doug shares reasons couples resist marriage counseling and why just about every married couple can benefit from therapy. Listener questions and comments: Deedee - I've been using my sister as my therapist and she's an Atheist. Could you recommend a Catholic group of therapists in my area? (28:38) Rico - My son has a baby out of wedlock. The baby’s mom has a significant other. Should my son and the mom see a counselor? (30:32)

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50:29

Falling In Love Again

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/08

Doug shares reasons why people fall back in love when they get into their 50's. From maturity and self-awareness to an increase in appreciation and self-confidence Doug encourages listeners to rediscover the spark in marriage through prayer, forgiveness and acts of service. Listener questions and comments: Donna - My husband and I were married for 37 years. We fell in love again while in our 50’s. He developed a disease in 2008 and died in October 2024. (18:15) Josie - Today my husband and I

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50:30

Our Lady of Fair Love

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/07

JL Marti joins Doug to discuss the devotion to Our Lady of Fair Love sharing how her intercession helps heal marriages and broken families. Doug also goes to the mailbag giving marriage advice on words of affirmation, reconciliation in marriage, and building a strong foundation of communication. Resources: Fairest Love Family Project https://www.fairestlovefamilyproject.org/ Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/ Rekindled Hearts Marriage Bundle

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50:29

Emotional safety for children

Marriage Unhindered ·

2025/07/03

Are you worried that you have a child that never seems happy? Monica Hinderer joins Doug to continue their conversation on raising happy children. Listener questions and comments: Mary - How do I respond to my husband when he gives me the cold shoulder and doesn't respond to me? (13:38) Gabby - I have a 10-year-old boy who gets really explosive and angry constantly. He blames others for what happens to him. How can I deal with this situation? (22:08) Ashley - I am having trouble forgiving and am

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