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Discerning Marriage is a weekly podcast hosted by Elizabeth Busby, MTS, MS, LMFT. Regardless of your state in life, you can begin preparing for marriage right now. Whether you are single, dating, seriously dating, engaged, on a break, or grieving a breakup, you can make use of this time for fruitful growth toward becoming a healthy and holy spouse. Intentional discernment of marriage starts today,... more

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This Q&A episode with Elizabeth dives into some of the most honest and difficult questions around love, marriage, and personal struggle. From navigating depression while remaining open to life, to the deep ache of unwanted singleness, to breaking fre... more

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In this Q&A episode of Discerning Marriage, Elizabeth answers questions about heartbreak, waiting for marriage, and dating with intention.

What do you do when someone you love moves on without giving closure? How do you keep hope when waiting for ma... more

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What if many conflicts between men and women come from misunderstanding—not bad intentions?

In this episode of Discerning Marriage, Elizabeth Busby sits down with relationship researcher Allison Armstrong to explore what decades of studying men reve... more

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Adrian Lawson from Sips with Serra joins Elizabeth to share the full story behind his marriage journey: meeting his wife in high school, dating for seven years, converting from atheism to Protestantism to Catholicism, and navigating major moral disag... more

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Recent Guests

Allison Armstrong
Expert in men's and women's differences; marriage and family therapist
Armasomething? (described as researcher and therapist)
Episode: Men vs Women Is a Lie + The Hidden Language of Men + Why Relationships Fail X Alison Armstrong
Adrian Lawson
Runs the channel Sips with Serra, where he explains and defends the Catholic faith
Sips with Serra
Episode: He Hated Christianity + Navigating Major Moral Disagreements + More Than a Piece of Paper X Sips with Serra
Mike Couchy
Co-creator of Finding Philothea with Claire
Finding Philothea
Episode: Dropping Hankie, Not Standards + Masculine Pursuit + 24 Saint Club X Michael & Claire Couche
Claire Couchy
Co-creator of Finding Philothea and content creator
Finding Philothea
Episode: Dropping Hankie, Not Standards + Masculine Pursuit + 24 Saint Club X Michael & Claire Couche
Mari Wagner
Co-creator of West Coast Catholic and The Ever Be Podcast
West Coast Catholic
Episode: Surrendering Your Vocation + Omelet Man Coffee Date + Kissing Until Commitment X Trey & Mari Wagner
Trey Wagner
Co-creator of West Coast Catholic and The Ever Be Podcast
West Coast Catholic
Episode: Surrendering Your Vocation + Omelet Man Coffee Date + Kissing Until Commitment X Trey & Mari Wagner
Dr. John Bergsma
Former Protestant pastor turned Catholic theologian, author, and professor at Franciscan University of Steubenville
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Episode: Demonic Activity, Confession, Discernment Story & the Future Jubilee | Dr. John Bergsma
Matt Chicoine
Blogger and speaker passionate about the Catholic faith.
The Simple Catholic
Episode: The Simplicity of Discernment & Discernment with ADHD | The Simple Catholic - Matt Chicoine
Mother Natalia
Byzantine Catholic nun from Christ the Bridegroom Monastery
Christ the Bridegroom Monastery
Episode: Longing, the Byzantine Church & Discernment w Mthr. Natalia

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Elizabeth Busby
Host with expertise in marriage therapy and theology. She brings a personalized touch to discussions about faith and relationships, sharing both professional insights and personal experiences.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 174 ratings
  • Discerning marriage review

    This is a lovely podcast for all stages of preparing for marriage. Hearing the talks and stories about different subjects is so helpful to sit and pray about in singlehood.

    P.S. I do miss the longer stories/podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sam7417
    United States2 years ago
  • Told me a lot about myself

    This is my first time writing a review for a podcast and it is literally because this one is so good! There are super profound insights in each episode. I listened to the breakups part 2 and I would give a lot to go back and follow Elizabeth’s advice! Also, thank you for naming out the stages of grief. We all need that. And for being so you and personable!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    -NovenaQueen
    United States4 years ago
  • Colorful Perspectives with Great Talking points

    My boyfriend and I have been listening to an episode a week and talking together about it for over a month now. The episodes are always very engaging and bring up lots of points for further questions between the two of us. 10/10 would recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kbauer56
    United States5 years ago
  • A Great Guide

    This is a fantastic podcast! I listen with my boyfriend frequently and it has been a great guide for our relationship as we discern marriage together. I love how it gives tips for healthy dating and also includes testimonies of other couples. This podcast has led to many fruitful and important conversations in our relationship. Keep up the awesome work :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cjdubs22
    United States5 years ago
  • Loved several episodes

    Loved Liv Harrison, Mary Lenaburg, and the Hickl’s episodes. Even as a married person this is helpful reminder but a great resource for those discerning a vocation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hounjh
    United States5 years ago

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Depression & Openness to Life + When Marriage Doesn’t Come + Sexual Struggles and Purpose | Q&A
Q: How to flirt or show interest in a friend or a crush when everything seems to come off as friendly?
Analyze your behavior to distinguish friendliness from flirtation, then deliberately adjust actions: maintain eye contact with intention, ask open-ended questions about the other person, and avoid behaviors that signal disinterest in reciprocation; communicate clearly through consistent, respectful actions that reflect your true interest.
Depression & Openness to Life + When Marriage Doesn’t Come + Sexual Struggles and Purpose | Q&A
Q: What is the best way to ask someone to help you find someone to date?
Be direct and establish your goal with friends or your community: tell them you're interested in finding a spouse and ask if they know someone suitable. The host highlights asking friends to connect you with potential matches, leveraging social networks, and maintaining humility to receive help from others in your search.
Depression & Openness to Life + When Marriage Doesn’t Come + Sexual Struggles and Purpose | Q&A
Q: How can I, as a 29-year-old single man with a deep longing for marriage and fatherhood, reconcile the pain of unwanted singleness and discouraging dating experiences with Jesus so that these struggles lead to spiritual growth instead of despair, depression, and my current battles with pornography and masturbation?
The host counsels actively seeking help for pornography and masturbation through therapy or coaching in addition to spiritual practices like confession and prayer. He emphasizes practical steps: building a male accountability partner, engaging in programs and communities for discernment of marriage, cultivating courage through rejection, and viewing periods of singleness as growth opportunities that train readiness for marriage, all while staying connected to Christ and seeking spiritual direction.
Depression & Openness to Life + When Marriage Doesn’t Come + Sexual Struggles and Purpose | Q&A
Q: How can I remain open to life while going through depression?
The host explains that openness to life is compatible with distress and suggests seeking professional mental health support, using natural, God-ordered timing for fertility, and ensuring that the couple communicates and prays together to navigate depression while remaining open to possible life; the emphasis is on integrating faith, medical care, and responsible family planning without resorting to contraception.
When Love Ends Without Closure + Learning to Suffer Well in Dating + Rethinking Physical Boundaries in Dating | Q&A
Q: How do I wait well as I get older and it becomes more heartbreaking?
Cultivate genuine hope rooted in a relationship with God, view suffering as a process that builds perseverance and character, and pursue a life of prayer, community, and service to transform waiting into growth rather than stagnation.

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A weekly exploration of themes surrounding marriage discernment, this show engages listeners with heartfelt discussions about faith, relationships, and personal growth. Topics range from dating and engagement to coping with breakups and long-distance relationships, all framed through a spiritual lens that emphasizes the significance of God's guidance in personal vocations. With varied guests sharing their own stories, the content likely provides practical insights and encouragement for those seeking to understand their calling towards marriage or deepen their existing relationships. The podcast uniquely blends personal anecdotes with theological principles, making it a valuable resource for individuals at all stages of their relationship jo... more

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Recent guests on Discerning Marriage include:

1. Allison Armstrong
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4. Claire Couchy
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