
The Marriage Vibe Check (It's Time To Get Real..) - Ep. 037
04/03/24 • 45 min
Hard truths and sobering reminders about the reality of marriage and married life. If you want a thriving marriage, are in a rut in your marriage, or need a mindset overhaul when it comes to your marriage, we've got you covered in this episode.
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INTRO (00:50)
- Marriage does not exist to make you happy. (03:50)
- Online relational content often causes more harm than it does good. (14:15)
- Thinking that all relational problems stem from your man’s lack of masculinity is delusional. (19:18)
- Anything less than radical responsibility and extreme ownership in your marriage is a failure on your part. (24:50)
- “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (27:25)
- Holding onto bitterness, resentment and being unforgiving will destroy your marriage. (34:50)
- Stop fantasizing about what would be, or could be, or should be, and face reality. (39:15)
Hard truths and sobering reminders about the reality of marriage and married life. If you want a thriving marriage, are in a rut in your marriage, or need a mindset overhaul when it comes to your marriage, we've got you covered in this episode.
Get Brendan's Marriage Check in HERE
__________________________________________
Connect with me on social media, and join my email list to stay update on what's happening with Masculine Revival:
Brendan's Instagram, Twitter & Email List
Apply to join over 55 men in the Masculine Revival Brotherhood HERE.
Are you a traditionally minded single person that is tired of the hook up culture nonsense and are seeking to get married + start a family? We've got you covered... JOIN THE UNPLUGGGED NETWORK -> JOIN HERE
__________________________________________
INTRO (00:50)
- Marriage does not exist to make you happy. (03:50)
- Online relational content often causes more harm than it does good. (14:15)
- Thinking that all relational problems stem from your man’s lack of masculinity is delusional. (19:18)
- Anything less than radical responsibility and extreme ownership in your marriage is a failure on your part. (24:50)
- “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (27:25)
- Holding onto bitterness, resentment and being unforgiving will destroy your marriage. (34:50)
- Stop fantasizing about what would be, or could be, or should be, and face reality. (39:15)
Previous Episode

Stop Playing House: Get Married Or Move On - Ep. 036
Discussing living together before marriage, boyfriend/girlfriend culture, the glory of being a husband and father, and how to approach courtship properly!
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Apply to join over 55 men in the Masculine Revival Brotherhood HERE.
Are you a traditionally minded single person that is tired of the hook up culture nonsense and are seeking to get married + start a family? We've got you covered... JOIN THE UNPLUGGGED NETWORK -> JOIN HERE
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INTRO (00:50)
- Our stories, did we play house? (05:05)
- What do you think about boyfriend/girlfriend culture? (10:08)
- Why is playing house wrong and why should a couple not live with each other before marriage? (24:29)
- What should a couple do if they are already living together before marriage? (33:55)
- How should a couple properly navigate being boyfriend and girlfriend? (36:12)
Next Episode

The Self-Help Delusion - Ep. 038
A deep dive into the world of self-help, healing and personal development. Too often men and women get lost in doing "inner work" and endlessly obsess over trying to heal and improve themselves. In this episode, Brendan and Mike bring some clarity to what can be a confusing topic for many. Join us for yet another entertaining and informative episode!
Connect with me on social media, and join my email list to stay update on what's happening with Masculine Revival:
Brendan's Instagram, Twitter & Email List
Apply to join over 55 men in the Masculine Revival Brotherhood HERE.
Are you a traditionally minded single person that is tired of the hook up culture nonsense and are seeking to get married + start a family? We've got you covered... JOIN THE UNPLUGGGED NETWORK -> JOIN HERE
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INTRO (00:50)
What are your thoughts on self-help as a whole? Is it all bad? (04:11)
Should men always being growing/striving? (13:30)
Is self-love something that men and women should be striving towards? (22:15)
Should people do “inner work” or try to find healing prior to entering a relationship? (30:15)
How can a person actually find resolution and healing? (39:00)
How can a person get over a victim mindset? (40:40)
Would you change anything on your own personal development journey if you could go back and do it over again? (46:00)
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