Marriage Unmasked
Marriage can be really tough, especially when it feels like you are struggling alone.
Welcome to the Marriage Unmasked Podcast where certified marriage and life coaches, Adam and Cara Nitz, share real, raw, honest conversation about topics you are dealing with in your marriage.
We want to help you take your marriage from painful to peaceful, get deeply connected to your spouse and live fully loved by God and each other.
Find your next step with our online marriage course, support groups, coaching and so many other helpful marriage resources at our website: https://www.thewayforlove.com/
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Episodes
37 episodes
When Finances Feel Like a Power Struggle
Money fights in marriage aren’t really about dollars and cents, they’re about control, trust, and fear. In this episode of Marriage Unmasked, we’re getting to the heart of why finances can feel like a battlefield i...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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21:47
When Your In-laws Disrespect You and Your Spouse Stays Silent
When in-laws show disrespect, and the one person you expect to protect you, your spouse, says nothing, it cuts deep.Maybe it was a comment that embarrassed you in front of everyone. Maybe it was an ongoing pattern of criticism or dismiss...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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19:46
Why You Keep Talking and Still Don't Feel Heard
She's pouring out her heart, hoping he’ll understand and really see her, but instead he's trying to figure out the problem, hoping to keep the peace. Somehow, no matter how much you try to talk through it, you both still walk away ...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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20:09
When Sex Feels One-sided In Marriage
Does sex feel like rejection instead of affection? Or duty instead of delight?In this episode we’re pulling back the curtain on something so many couples feel, but few talk about out loud: what happens when sex feels one-sided in ...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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20:43
Is Your Marriage Making You Sick?
What if the anxiety, exhaustion, or even chronic health issues you’re dealing with aren’t random, but connected to how emotionally unsafe your marriage feels?In this episode, we unpack how emotional disconnection, ongoing conflict, and t...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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22:17
How Shame Keeps You Silent and Stuck in Your Marriage
Shame is often the shadow behind a hurting marriage.It keeps you quiet when you should speak, passive when you should lead, and stuck when God is calling you to grow.In this episode of Marriage Unmasked, we’re peeling back the lay...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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25:52
How to Rebuild Attraction in a Marriage that Hurts
What do you do when you're not attracted to your spouse anymore? If the attraction isn't there, does it mean it's over? In this episode, we’re unmasking what’s really underneath the loss of attraction in marriage and why...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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21:42
The Abandonment Wound in Marriage
In this episode of Marriage Unmasked, we’re exposing the abandonment wound, where it starts, how it silently drives your reactions, and why it shows up so often in hurting marriages.Whether you cling tighter, get controll...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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24:29
When You Feel Like You're "Not Enough" in Your Marriage
Have you ever looked at your marriage and thought, “If I were prettier… stronger… sexier… more patient… maybe my spouse would love me better”?You’re not alone.In this episode we break down the lie so many spouses...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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24:57
Unhealthy Ways to Apologize
Not all apologies are created equal. In this episode we’re unmasking the kinds of apologies that do more harm than good. From defensive “sorrys” to guilt-tripping or emotionally manipulative ones, we explore why these surface-...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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22:40
Men Supporting Men: Why It’s Crucial to Your Marriage
In this powerful episode, we explore a topic that doesn’t get enough airtime: the importance of men supporting men, especially in the context of marriage.Marriage thrives when a man is surrounded by other men who speak truth, offer encou...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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24:51
When You Are the One Holding Your Marriage Together
You're the One Holding the Marriage Together If you’re the one initiating the conversations, doing the emotional work, and trying to keep the marriage from unraveling, this episode is for you.In today’s honest and compassiona...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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29:50
Grieving the Marriage You Wanted
Marriage can be so disappointing! Especially when the marriage you hoped for is not the marriage you're in. You had beautiful dreams. You envisioned a future with laughter, connection, health and safety but now it's missing...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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24:33
The Conflict Method That Saved Our Marriage
Are you stuck in the same fight over and over in your marriage?Do your arguments leave you feeling exhausted, confused and isolated?We’ve been there and it’s so hard! In today’s episode we talk through the difference b...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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30:05
Unmasking Codependency: The Hidden Struggle in Marriages
Is it love or is it codependency? In this eye-opening episode of Marriage Unmasked, we’re uncovering a struggle most couples face but few recognize: codependency.We’ll peel back the layers to explore:What codependenc...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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23:48
Do You Love Your Kids More Than Your Spouse?
This episode tackles a sensitive but important question many couples avoid: Do you love your kids more than your spouse?We’re pulling back the curtain on what happens when the marriage takes a backseat to parenting. While the lo...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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25:50
Too Tired For Sex
Let’s be honest—when you're juggling work, kids, and the emotional weight of a strained marriage, sex can feel like the last thing on your mind. In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the deeper reasons behind feeling “too tired for se...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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27:48
Where's Your Marriage Headed?
In this episode of Marriage Unmasked, we’re asking a vital question: Where is your marriage headed? Without a clear vision, it's easy for marriage to drift — pulled by busy schedules, distractions, and unspoken disappointmen...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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23:38
Quietly Quitting Your Marriage
Have you ever felt like you're still in your marriage—but your heart has quietly left the room? In this episode, we’re peeling back the layers of what it means to quietly quit in marriage. From emotional detachment to silent resentment...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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21:55
How to Create Safety in Your Marriage
In today’s episode, we’re talking about one of the most foundational needs in marriage: safety. If you're feeling closed off from each other, afraid to share your heart, or unsure how your spouse will respond to your vulnerability—this c...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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25:15
Twisted Submission in Marriage
Submission. It’s one of the most misunderstood—and misused—words in Christian marriage.Submission in marriage was never meant to silence, control, or strip a wife of her worth. But somewhere along the way, the beauty of bibli...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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24:44
Faith, Shame, and Sex: What the Church Taught Us
In this episode of Marriage Unmasked, we’re diving into the complex relationship between religious teaching, shame and sex. God intended sex to be a beautiful gift for a husband and wife to enjoy in marriage. However, many ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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29:38
The Dark Side of Being Married to a "Nice Guy"
Being married to a “nice guy” sounds like a dream—until it’s not. In this episode, we’re pulling back the mask on what it’s really like to be married to a man who avoids conflict, prioritizes peace over connection, and leaves you fe...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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29:52
Getting Out of a Critical Marriage
Criticism can slowly erode a marriage, turning a once-loving relationship into a battleground of hurt and defensiveness. In this episode, we’re unpacking how criticism affects a marriage, why it happens, and how to shift the dynamic...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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26:00
Did I Marry the Right Person? Facing Doubts in Marriage.
Have you ever found yourself wondering, "Did I marry the right person?" You're not alone. Doubts in marriage can feel unsettling, but they don’t have to define your relationship. In this episode, we’ll unpack why these thoughts may surface and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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23:13