10 Minutes to Save Your Marriage

A listener writes in with a question about her celebrity crush - she understands social boundaries, but wants to know what we think about her creating a scenario where she meets the object of her affection. Is it a good idea? James and Dr. Steve have some pretty straightforward advice to give!

This week - another Breakwell-generated question: What are the three most common battlegrounds for couples to argue about? Dr. Steve gives it some thought, and comes up with a pretty solid list. Listen in and see if YOUR relationship issues match these common ones!

James decided to break protocol some, and ask Dr. Steve a question on his own: What are three things every couple SHOULD do in a relationship? Rather than framing in the negative, let's look at positive steps toward marital and relationship harmony!

A listener writes in and asks how to cope with a situation that seems bad, but out of their control. He currently live in Hong Kong, and his family is divided with the political strife occurring there. James and Dr. Steve approach the question not from a political standpoint, but with strategies to manage stress when "accepting the things you cannot control" plays such a big role.

We've got a special guest this week... Editor at Time Magazine, and marriage expert, Belinda Luscombe joins the show to add a woman's perspective! And a good week, too -- because a listener writes in to say she has gained a lot of weight since having children, and is concerned because she doesn't care. James, Dr. Steve, and Belinda wrestle with the question and the answer - you don't want to miss this one!

A listener in India writes in to say his girlfriend's parents -- who follow traditional Indian customs -- seem to be asking that he make a commitment to their daughter before he is completely comfortable doing so. Of course, James and Dr. Steve render advice -- but see if YOU agree with us!

A listener writes in an says she has been married for ten years, but is no longer attracted to her husband. They have a child together, and she wonders what this means, or if anything can/should be done. James and Dr. Steve offer some of their sage wisdom, in hopes some changes can be made for the better!

A listener writes in an reports that she is divorced from her ex, but now is struggling with feelings of attraction toward him again. Her dilemma is whether or not to tell him she may want to revisit some of the romance they shared. James and Dr. Steve seem in compete agreement when it comes to advising her on the best course of action!

A youngster writes in, showing that we have fans of all ages out there! Too, they ask about custody -- and how to navigate a situation where their parents are divorced with joint custody, but the letter writer does not like going to dad's house on his days. A tough situation for any child to find themselves, but James and Dr. Steve give out some advice that may help!

A listener writes in and asks for advice: Her friend is in a bad relationship, and has been growing very frustrating to deal with. The writer wants to know how she can give advice, and also spare herself from feeling drained every time they interact. James and Dr. Steve give their thoughts -- listen and see if you agree!

A listener writes in and asks about the aftermath of a semi-serious relationship. She and her ex-boyfriend have split up, and she is curious as to whether she should remain friends with him moving forward. James and Dr. Steve seem to be agreeing with each other a lot recently, and this week is no exception -- see if YOU agree with their recommendations, too!

A young listener writes in because she is at a crossroad, and is seeking our advice: Should she move to Toronto (a place she's always wanted to live), thereby possibly changing her career path, or remain with her current company and continue her path. James and Dr. Steve give our sage wisdom -- see if you agree with what we told her!

A listener writes in because she's concerned about her 30yo husband who appears to be depressed. They have one child and another on the way, and she'd like some guidance. James and Dr. Steve discuss this potentially serious issue and offer suggestions for she and her hubby.

Another interesting listener question: He and his wife were nice enough to let his in-laws move in with them (temporarily), but they are not doing anything to help around the house. He'd like ideas for handling this, as his frustration is growing -- James and Dr. Steve give clear, practical ideas.

Real simple this week: A listener writes in with an impasse -- he and his wife differ on the number of kids they want. She wants three, he wants two … what is a couple to do to resolve this foundational difference? James and Dr. Steve weigh in; listen, and see if you agree with their final answer!