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We often hear the saying, “The best gift that we can give our children is a strong marriage”. How do we prioritise and love our spouse during the roller coaster years of parenthood in the children’s early years? With the limited time, energy, and countless responsibilities as young parents, can we really thrive in our marriage too? Joining us in this episode is Joel and Jilleen. They have been married for nine years, and have three young children. Let's dive in as they share their wisdom and insights on how they keep their love for each other burning amidst the busyness of parenting.  --Building a strong foundation is essential to a flourishing marriage that stands the test of time. If you have friends or family members getting married soon, would you share with them about the Connect2 Marriage Preparation Workshop?   With the guidance of husband-and-wife trainers, participants will learn to: Engage in effective communication and healthy conflict Plan and manage family finances well Navigate expectations and plan for the future (in-laws, children, work-life) Understand sexual intimacy and the importance of romance Connect2 Marriage Preparation Workshop  Couples can look forward to two weekday online sessions and one onsite session on a Saturday. Find out the dates: www.family.org.sg/C2MarriagePrep--If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/connect2podcast to share with your friends.   You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits. 

“Communication — like how to communicate well — really intensifies when you are married, because you have nowhere to run.” Join our host, Delia Ng and Dennis and Shiyun Goh as they chat about how they’ve learnt to manage their differences in marriage. --Couples who are newly married or thinking of getting married can learn handles to walk into the next chapter of their lives with the Connect2 Marriage Preparation Workshop.  Through the guidance of husband-and-wife trainers, participants will learn to:   Engage in effective communication and healthy conflict  Plan and manage family finances well  Understand sexual intimacy and the importance of romance  Manage expectations and plan for the future (children, in-laws, work-life)  Couples will benefit from the interactive style of learning, practical tips offered, and deep discussions about topics that are not usually raised in conversations before marriage!  Connect2 Marriage Preparation Workshop  Couples can look forward to two weekdays online sessions    and one onsite session on a SaturdayFind out the dates: www.family.org.sg/C2MarriagePrep--If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/connect2podcast to share with your friends.  You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits. 

“There's a saying that two are better than one. Whatever I'm not strong in, Dennis is strong. Whatever I am strong in, Dennis is not strong in and that's where the partnership comes.” What if you fall for someone who seems to be on the opposite end of the spectrum? How can we manage such differences while dating? Tune in to the first episode of When Two Worlds Collide to find out how our guests, Dennis and Shiyun Goh, handled their differences before marriage. --Couples who are newly married or thinking of getting married can learn handles to walk into the next chapter of their lives with the Connect2 Marriage Preparation Workshop.   Through the guidance of husband-and-wife trainers, participants will learn to:   Engage in effective communication and healthy conflict  Plan and manage family finances well  Understand sexual intimacy and the importance of romance  Manage expectations and plan for the future (children, in-laws, work-life)  Couples will benefit from the interactive style of learning, practical tips offered, and deep discussions about topics that are not usually raised in conversations before marriage!    Connect2 Marriage Preparation Workshop  Couples can look forward to two weekdays online sessions    and one onsite session on a Saturday.  Find out the dates: www.family.org.sg/C2MarriagePrep--If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/connect2podcast to share with your friends.  You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits. 

“Loving someone takes two parts. One part is commitment, the other part is the emotions.”But what happens when the emotions start to fluctuate, or when you find yourselves drifting apart. Tune in to this second episode of The Runaway Groom to find out how our guests, Andrew and Evon Chu, deal with this conundrum.--Whether you are preparing for or looking to strengthen your marriage, visit www.family.org.sg for more resources to help you along in your journey.  -- Know of couples who are newly married or getting married this new year?Do invite them to check out our upcoming Connect2 Marriage Preparation Workshop in April 2024.   Husband-and-wife trainers Frankie & Tina will help couples learn to: Engage in effective communication and healthy conflict Plan and manage family finances well Understand sexual intimacy and the importance of romance Manage expectations and plan for the future (children, in-laws, work-life) Couples will benefit from the interactive style of learning, practical tips offered, and deep discussions about topics that are not usually raised in conversations before marriage! Connect2 Marriage Preparation Workshop Couples can look forward to two weekdays online sessions and one onsite session on a Saturday. Thursdays, 11 and 18 April 2024 (online) & Saturday, 27 April 2024 (onsite)  Find out more: www.family.org.sg/C2MarriagePrep --If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/connect2podcast to share with your friends.  You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits. 

What is the impact on a person having grown up in a broken family? While different individuals may respond differently, there could be some emotional wounds left behind. Tune in to hear from Andrew and Evon, as our host Joanna Koh-Hoe finds out how one near-runaway groom turned his story around. --Whether you are preparing for or looking to strengthen your marriage, visit www.family.org.sg for more resources to help you along in your journey.  -- Know of couples who are newly married or getting married this new year? Do invite them to check out our upcoming Connect2 Marriage Preparation Workshop in April 2024.   Husband-and-wife trainers Frankie & Tina will help couples learn to: Engage in effective communication and healthy conflict Plan and manage family finances well Understand sexual intimacy and the importance of romance Manage expectations and plan for the future (children, in-laws, work-life) Couples will benefit from the interactive style of learning, practical tips offered, and deep discussions about topics that are not usually raised in conversations before marriage! Connect2 Marriage Preparation Workshop Couples can look forward to two weekdays online sessions and one onsite session on a Saturday.  Thursdays, 11 and 18 April 2024 (online)  &   Saturday, 27 April 2024 (onsite)  Find out more: www.family.org.sg/C2MarriagePrep   --If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on  Apple Podcast or Podchaser.  It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/connect2podcast to share with your friends.  You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits. 

“We need to cherish each other, and we need to have mutual understanding to build one another up so that we can be lovers for life.” Did you know that authentic sexual intimacy can build up a strong foundation in your marriage? Gain invaluable tips on growing your sexual intimacy as a couple as our host Gary Koh chats with Steven and Michelle Chan. --Whether you are preparing for or looking to strengthen your marriage, visit www.family.org.sg for more resources to help you along in your journey.  Should you be in need of help or support; our counsellors are available to lend a listening ear. Make an appointment with us at www.family.org.sg/Counselling. --If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/connect2podcast to share with your friends.  You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits.

“There are five areas of intimacy, and these five areas create opportunity for a couple to develop deep trust, connection and understanding between them.” Tune in to this latest episode on making intimacy a priority in marriage, as our host Gary Koh chats with Steven and Michelle who have been married for 41 years and are still going strong. --Whether you are preparing for or looking to strengthen your marriage, visit www.family.org.sg for more resources to help you along in your journey.  Should you be in need of help or support; our counsellors are available to lend a listening ear. Make an appointment with us at www.family.org.sg/Counselling. --If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/connect2podcast to share with your friends.  You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits. 

“Boundaries are like the rules of a sports game. If we all have clear expectations on how to play the game, then the game becomes a lot more enjoyable.” Tune in to our host Joanna Koh-Hoe as she chats with young couple Hong Xin and Noelle on how they align their expectations and establish healthy boundaries in their marriage.   --Whether you are preparing for or looking to strengthen your marriage, visit www.family.org.sg for more resources to help you along in your journey. Should you be in need of help or support; our counsellors are available to lend a listening ear. Make an appointment with us at www.family.org.sg/Counselling.--If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/connect2podcast to share with your friends.  You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits. 

Boundaries are like invisible but protective lines we draw around ourselves and others. Clear boundaries mean that tension and conflicts are reduced because we know what we've agreed upon.    Tune in to our host Joanna Koh-Hoe as she chats with married couples Hong Xin and Noelle on how intentional boundaries work to safeguard their marriage.  --Whether you are preparing for or looking to strengthen your marriage, visit www.family.org.sg for more resources to help you along in your journey. --If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/connect2podcast to share with your friends.  You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits. 

“I think communication is key. You just need to talk it out and find some middle ground.”Learning how to be aware of our own emotions, and to communicate well, can be tough especially in the heat of the moment.Join our host Delia Ng and our guests Evans and Estelle as they share about how they process their emotions and focus on working things out as a team.--“Receiving counselling has helped me moderate my emotions so that I don’t act rashly or become overwhelmed by waves of negative emotions.” ~ Claire (Name has been edited to protect the client’s privacy) Should you be in need of help or support; our counsellors are available to lend a listening ear. Make an appointment with us at www.family.org.sg/Counselling.__If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/connect2podcast to share with your friends.  You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits.