This is the first podcast in a series of 4. Topics in the series: Identity, Connection, Trust and Vulnerability. Each build on each other yet they stand alone too! May your relationship be challenged, and love and growth happen as you are encouraged!

Two questions everyone asks in a marriage/relationship: Do I belong? Am I loved? Wow, deep questions. Gil and Brenda tackle these with specific ways to find the answers for yourself! It starts with you! How can you expect your spouse to meet your needs in these areas if you’re not sure of them yourself? This will be a great conversation for you to have together to deepen your relationship. Put your glasses of curiosity on (not judgement/defensiveness or blaming) and watch what happens!

Resources mentioned:<o:p></o:p>

www.flagpage.com<o:p></o:p>

www.5lovelanguages.com<o:p></o:p>

As always, there are action steps for you to take:<o:p></o:p>

1. Do a checklist for yourself. What do you need to know that you belong and are loved?<o:p></o:p>

2. Share it with your spouse<o:p></o:p>

3. Affirm and acknowledge each other’s good points, especially when they make an effort to show you what you need!

Gil and Brenda Stuart are a Husband/ Wife team who are Marriage Illustrators. As a Counselor and Coach they work with couples from all over the world!

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