Saving Us: Recent Episodes
Michael & Detra Carter
In this podcast we discuss relationships in marriage, family and beyond. Michael and Detra Carter are marriage veterans who have a desire to help others experience fulfillment in their relationships. Relationships are hard work and should be a priority. These discussions will help you navigate the waters of insecurity and frustration and hopefully guide you to a place of peaceful fulfillment in your own relationship. Contact us at savingusmd@gmail.com
In this episode, we delve into the vital role that community and support networks play in nurturing and sustaining healthy relationships. Through personal stories and shared experiences, we explore how various forms of community have enriched our journey as a couple.
Michael is a certified life coach, cousing on personal development, career coaching and spiritual/pastoral coaching. More info at: www.michaelcarterspeaks.com
In this episode we explore the impact of technology on personal relationships. We discuss both the positive and negative effects, such as how digital communication can enhance connections but also lead to misunderstandings and reduced face-to-face interactions. Practical tips are provided on balancing online and offline interactions to foster stronger, more meaningful connections.
In this episode, join us as we dive into the intricacies of relationships in Filipino culture with our special guests, Albert & Aileen. We discuss how relationships begin and evolve in the Philippines, contrasting these experiences with those in American culture. From courtship traditions to family dynamics, discover the unique aspects that shape love and partnership in the Filipino community. Don't miss this insightful and heartwarming conversation!
Is it beneficial to celebrate milestone in a relationship (anniversaries, graduations, promotions, etc.?)
Welcome back to Saving Us! In our latest episode, aptly titled 'We're Back,' join us as we catch up on the past couple of years. From personal journeys to professional endeavors, we're diving into what kept us busy and how it's shaped our perspectives. Tune in as we share our experiences and rekindle the conversations aimed at making a positive impact on the world. Let's pick up where we left off and continue saving us, together.
This week we discuss Detra's journey through her first ever operation (more like a procedure); and the importance of leading a healthy life.
We continue our discussion on finances and marriage with Ron and Ashley Capuyan. Financial literacy can help you focus on getting the best out of your marriage relationship. You can contact Ron & Ashley at rdfs4u@gmail.com
One of the leading causes of stress in a marriage, and even divorce, is finances. Ron and Ashley Capuyan discuss how financial literacy can help! Ron & Ashley are starting Realized Dreams Financial Services You can reach them at rdfs4u@gmail.com
A discussion around the first 5 years of marriage. If you've been married for a while, how is your relationship different now than it was the first 5 years of marriage?
Do you (or did you) have a list of things you want in your significant other? What were those things and did you get everything you wanted?
How does the career (or job) you've chosen affect your significant other - or how does their career affect you?
We're celebrating our 23rd Anniversary. What have we learned about ourselves (and each other) in 23 years? How has your long term relationship changed you over the years?
How do you navigate political conversations in the workplace? Do you engage? Or do you excuse yourself? Let us know your thoughts!
Do you believe those moments in your life are "God" moments? Moments of destiny? Or coincidences?
What is an appropriate age to talk to your kids about sex. How detailed should you get? We discuss this topic in this edition of Saving Us
Do you find that it’s hard to make decisions? What goes into your decision making process? Today we talk with our daughter who is facing some tough decision making.
In this episode we talk about learning how to pivot and adjust our dreams. Have your dreams changed as you've gotten older? Comment below!
Sometimes reaching your goals and realizing your dreams can be much harder or take longer than you would like. How do you react when that happens? Do you push through, or give up?
Has busyness, responsibilities, work, kids or other things kept you from spending time with the one you love? Maybe you need to take a break from the grind and spend some unhindered time together. What do you do to take a break and getaway?
How are you adjusting to 2020? What challenges are you facing and what is it that keeps you going?
If you are married, do you think you and your spouse have a purpose (other than to love each other :) ) for being together? Why or why not? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
Blended families are both common and at times difficult to navigate. In this episode we talk to our youngest children by zoom to get their thoughts on growing up in a blended family.
How important to you is it that your spouse be your friend; what about "best friend?" Do you think you HAVE to be friends before you enter a serious relationship? Give us a like and let us know your thoughts in the comments!
Is there a difference in "courting" and "dating"? What does "dating" mean to you and how important is it? Let us know your thoughts on "courting" and or "dating."
In this episode, we discuss us preparing to be "empty nesters" and how that changes us. If you're an empty nester, or preparing to be on, please comment on your experience!
In this episode we are discussing finding the love of your life. Is there someone for everyone? Is that even a thing? Is there one specific person for you? And when you find someone, how do you know that this person is THE ONE? Or does it even matter?
We are discussing the positive and negative effects in-laws have on your marriage. When you get married, you marry a whole tribe, not just your spouse. When you have in-law problems, you have marriage problems.
Are there any advantages or disadvantages to getting married early in life or waiting until you're a little more established? Marriage is a decision you don't want to rush into. Ultimately, it depends on factors like your personality, your goals, your purpose in life, and even things like where you live and how you were raised. You'll have to make the final decision, but let's discuss some pros and cons.
In today’s episode, we are going to continue our discussion on Blended Families – Soups or Salads And specifically, how blended families affect the children. In our previous episode on blended families, we stated that stepfamily studies suggest about 60 to 70 percent of marriages involving children from a previous marriage fail. Since about 46% of marriages are what we consider to be nuclear families, that means 54% of families are some kind of alternate families.
Even though blended families are very common, there are still challenges that affect both the marriage and the children if there are any. They can be soups or salads. Are they soup where you can't really tell what's in it, but it still tastes good, or salads, where every thing is tossed together and you can still see all of the individual parts? Either way, they can be successful with a little work.
Men and Women are different. How they approach relationships is different also. Understanding how your boyfriend/girlfriend, spouse, approaches your relationship may help you understand them. Most of us want to be understood. Someone once said that "Maturity is not when we start speaking big things, it's when we start understanding small things.
In this first episode of Saving Us, we're going to talk a little bit about who we are and why we're doing this podcast. We will discuss friendship in marriage and the thought of being empty-nesters.