All the Little Lies in Marriage
03/17/25 • 22 min
Not all lies are loud. In marriage, it’s often the quiet, everyday untruths—“I’m fine,” “It doesn’t bother me,” “I’m over it”—that do the most damage. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker explores how small, self-protective lies add up over time and quietly erode emotional intimacy and trust.
Through candid reflections and a captivating satirical segment inspired by The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis, Eddie exposes common cultural myths about marriage, including the dangers of hyper-individualism, unforgiveness, and the illusion of endless options. He challenges listeners to reject these lies and instead build relationships rooted in truth, mutual effort, and resilience. With practical advice to stay vigilant, speak truth, and seek community, the episode serves as both a heartfelt reminder and a call to action for those committed to protecting their vows.
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Not all lies are loud. In marriage, it’s often the quiet, everyday untruths—“I’m fine,” “It doesn’t bother me,” “I’m over it”—that do the most damage. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker explores how small, self-protective lies add up over time and quietly erode emotional intimacy and trust.
Through candid reflections and a captivating satirical segment inspired by The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis, Eddie exposes common cultural myths about marriage, including the dangers of hyper-individualism, unforgiveness, and the illusion of endless options. He challenges listeners to reject these lies and instead build relationships rooted in truth, mutual effort, and resilience. With practical advice to stay vigilant, speak truth, and seek community, the episode serves as both a heartfelt reminder and a call to action for those committed to protecting their vows.
This podcast is a labor of love, and you can help us keep it going strong. Join our Patreon community and become a key part of what makes it all possible.
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AKG P120 Mic
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