Expedition Marriage Christian marriage and relationship podcast with Chris & Jamie Bailey, marriage coaches

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Welcome to the Expedition Marriage podcast—a place where you can find hope, encouragement, fun, and some practical tips for enjoying the journey of marriage. We are Chris & Jamie Bailey, Christian counselors and marriage coaches, and we’re excited to share with you all that we have learned about marriage, not only from our own marriage, but also as trained professionals.

Ep. 133: Midlife Marriage Check-In: 5 Questions to Strengthen Your Marriage

Is your marriage at a midlife crossroads? Tune in to this episode, where we dive into 5 essential questions every couple should ask to strengthen their relationship. From dreaming about your future together to understanding your personal responsibility in your marriage, we’re giving you practical steps to keep your marriage strong and thriving.

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Ep. 132: Boundaries and the Nervous System

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Christine Baker, a trauma specialist and somatic therapist, to explore the connection between setting boundaries and maintaining a healthy nervous system. Boundaries are essential for protecting your peace, especially in toxic relationships or challenging situations, but they can be incredibly difficult to establish and enforce.

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Ep. 131: Betrayal Trauma and the Nervous System

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Christine Baker, a trauma specialist and somatic therapist, to discuss the impact of betrayal trauma on the nervous system. Betrayal can leave us feeling broken and stuck in patterns of fear and hypervigilance, but understanding how our nervous systems respond is the first step toward healing.

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Ep. 129: Freedom from a Mediocre Marriage

God wants you to have more than a mediocre marriage. He wants you to break free from mediocrity because it does not represent who He is or how He loves His bride, the church. In this episode, we’re diving into the dangers of living a lukewarm life as a couple and looking at the example Jesus gives us to follow that will make your marriage thrive.

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Ep. 128: Creating an Emotionally Healthy Home

Is your home emotionally healthy? Would you know how to identify it if it wasn’t? On this episode we’re sharing some great info to help you determine if the things that go on on your home are producing safety or creating a lack of it.

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Ep 127: Learning to Embrace Change as a Couple

Today, we’re diving into a topic that every couple encounters: learning to embrace change together. Whether it’s a new job, moving to a new city, starting a family, or any other life transition, change is inevitable.

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Ep. 126: From Chaos to Commitment: Our Marriage Journey

Not all marriage counselors start out in healthy marriages, especially when they started before they were counselors and when they were far from God. On this episode we’re sharing the good, the bad, and the downright ugly of our marriage story hoping along the way you’ll see the goodness of God and the hope of healing.

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Ep. 125: Handling Disappointment as a Couple

Have you ever been disappointed as a couple? Is your marriage going how you expected it to go? Have you endured a job loss or a health crisis, or are you dealing with something that you never thought you’d have to?

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Ep. 123: Hot Take on the Five Love Languages

Have you ever wondered how important learning your spouse’s love language is? In this episode we’re sharing about the good and the potential not so good of the Five Love Languages if they’re misused. Tune in today if you want to be sure you’re using this marriage resource the right way!

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Ep. 120: Is Gaslighting in the Bible?

Would it surprise you to know that an example of gaslighting can be found in scripture? Just like it does in real life, this example of gaslighting also led to destruction.

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Ep. 116: Are you a Peace-Maker or Peace-Keeper

Do you get unsettled when there’s conflict around you or if you know that someone isn’t happy with you? What lengths do you go to in order to get the peace to return? And when it does return, is it even real peace at all? In this episode, we’re sharing the differences between peace-making and peace-faking. Don’t miss this episode if you have a strong drive for peace!

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Ep. 114: Weekend Fights and How to Stop Them

Join us as we explore the common triggers that lead to weekend fights, ranging from differing expectations and miscommunication to the impact of stressors from the week. Through engaging anecdotes and expert insights, we’ll guide you through the maze of weekend tensions, helping you identify your potential pitfalls before they escalate.

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Ep. 113: Things That Undermine an Apology

Join us as we unpack the various ways in which apologies can go awry. From insincere platitudes to the refusal to take responsibility for one’s actions, we’re sharing the subtle and not-so-subtle ways in which apologies can miss the mark.

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Ep. 112: Can You Trust Your Spouse Again?

Can You Trust Your Spouse Again? We understand that rebuilding trust after a breach of it can be a challenging and often painful journey. Join us as we navigate the bumpy terrain of learning to trust your spouse again and finding out if you even can.

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Ep. 111: Dangerous Assumptions that Kill Connection

In relationships, assumptions can be like silent assassins, lurking in the shadows, undermining connection, and wreaking havoc on the bond in your marriage. In this episode, we’ll shine a light on these dangerous assumptions that often go unnoticed yet have the power to erode trust, communication, and intimacy. Join us as we discuss and explore these hidden and harmful assumptions that couples make.

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Ep. 110: Get Out of That Marriage Funk

Life is full of ups and downs, and even the strongest marriages can hit a rough patch. If you’ve found yourselves in a marriage funk, don’t fret— hang on, we’re here to pull you out! This episode is here to help you rediscover your relationship’s joy, connection, and love.

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Ep. 109: Learning to Love Each Other Again

Have you “fallen out of love” or are you beginning to question if you married the right person or if you’re even compatible anymore? In almost every relationship, there may come a time when the flames of love need a little rekindling. Join us for this episode as we explore the art of rediscovering and nurturing the love that initially brought you together.

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Ep. 106 Building Resiliency in Your Marriage

On this episode, we’re talking about what it takes to build a resilient marriage and how to identify if you have any of the necessary traits for resiliency. It’s never too late to become resilient so be sure to tune in today.

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Ep. 104: Building a Strong Marriage

We all want a strong marriage, but that doesn’t mean we know how to build one. On this episode of Building a Strong Marriage, we’re sharing the exact building blocks you’ll need to make sure your marriage has a firm foundation that will be able to withstand any storm.

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*Disclaimer: The information discussed in this podcast is meant for entertainment purposes and is not meant to replace counseling or working with a trained healthcare professional.