Before We Get Married (Guest: Gary Chapman)

Laterras R. Whitfield welcomes relationship expert Dr. Gary Chapman to share wisdom on marriage, conflict resolution, and thriving in long-term relationships. Overview: In this insightful episode, Dr. Chapman discusses key lessons from his bestselling book "Things I Wish We'd Known Before We Got Married." He shares perspective on the realities of marriage, the importance of learning your spouse's love language, and practical tips for handling conflict, money, and more. Dr. Chapman offers wisdom forged from his own 63-year marriage. Timestamps: 00:05:20 - The 2-year lifespan of romantic love 00:09:30 - Letting go of irritations to find laughter 00:14:40 - Solving conflicts without arguing 00:19:10 - Setting a financial plan before marriage 00:24:30 - Thriving as a single while waiting for a spouse 00:28:50 - Serving others to find meaning in life 00:33:20 - Prayer for the host's upcoming book Key Takeaways: - Romantic love alone isn't enough to sustain a marriage long-term. Learn your spouse's love language. - Laughter and finding humor in your spouse's quirks can strengthen your bond. - Listen empathetically and look for win-win solutions when resolving conflicts. - Agree on a financial plan for giving, saving, spending. Don't keep financial secrets. - Your relationship with God is the foundation. Keep pursuing Him first. CTA: If you're single, engaged or married, don't miss the wisdom in this episode! Tune in now to hear Dr. Chapman's insightful marriage advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.