The Dream Marriage

E27: How to Prioritize your Spouse in Busy Parenting Seasons

In this episode of the Dream Marriage podcast, the Dalkes talk through ways to stay connected to your spouse in the midst of all the phases of parenting. 
From babies and toddlers, to kids in activities and sports, to helping teenagers grow into young adults…wherever you find your parenting and your marriage, there are ways to put your marriage 1st in every season. 
Listen in as Brian and Allison discuss the challenges of each phase of parenting and ways you can intentionally connect with your spouse in the midst of it all. 
Their FREE weekly meeting guide can be found at www.thedreammarriage.com 
They also discussing checking in with your spouse throughout the day and week by asking one of the following questions: 
On a scale of 1-100, how full is your emotional tank right now? 
How can I help you today or this week? Or What can I take off your plate?
What’s been bothering you lately? Or what are you excited about right now? 
The Dalkes also mention praying over your spouse daily. If you don’t know what to say or how to start, you can start with the Priestly blessing found in Numbers 6:24-26. 
As always, you can email the Dalkes anytime at thedreammarriagepodcast@gmail.com or find them on Facebook or Instagram at The Dream Marriage.

E26: 20 Years of Marriage: Highs + Lows part 2

Part 2 of this special edition of the Dream Marriage podcast, Brian and Allison Dalke share the highs and lows of the past 20 years of their marriage. 
Plus, registration for their LIVE course: Building the Foundation of the Dream Marriage is extended until Thursday, August 16th and is limited to a small number of couples. So head over to www.thedreammarriage.com today to get signed up before the doors close! 
 
 

E25: 20 Years of Marriage Highs + Lows part 1

On this special edition of the Dream Marriage podcast, Brian and Allison Dalke share the highs and lows of the past 20 years of their marriage. 
Plus, registration for their LIVE course: Building the Foundation of the Dream Marriage is only open until Friday, August 9th and is limited to a small number of couples. So head over to www.thedreammarriage.com today to get signed up before the doors close! 
 
The Messy Table podcast 
https://open.spotify.com/show/0Al8PTzVQLng4oAe9V6fEZ?si=ec388c9c9a9148b9 

E24: Why Marriage Sucks Sometimes

Start: In this episode of The Dream Marriage Podcast, the Dalkes briefly share what they’ve been up to lately (hint: it’s mostly about being farmers!). They also share about a recent marriage intensive they hosted in Mexico with one other couple. 
 
10:30: Brian and Allison discuss how they have discovered a foundation of basic needs that all marriages need to thrive. After working with hundreds of couples over the past seven years, they have identified a hierarchy of needs within marriage similar to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. 
 
29:00:  Big News!! For the first time ever, the Dalkes are offering a live online course to help all marriages go from either bad to good or good to great by teaching couples to understand their foundational needs and giving them the tools they need to start rebuilding the foundation of their marriage today. Couples will also have lifetime access to the course, should they ever want a refresher. Spots are very limited, so don't wait.
 
If you are interested in learning more about the live course, go to
https://www.thedreammarriage.com/foundation
 
Email the Dalkes anytime at thedreammarriagepodcast@gmail.com 
 
Or check out their free resources for helping you create the marriage of your dreams at  www.thedreammarriage.com 

E23: Is Role Play Okay in a Christian Marriage?

In this episode of The Dream Marriage Podcast the Dalkes discuss role play and whether or not it’s okay in a Christian marriage. 
They discuss their personal story of role play and how it’s evolved over the years. They explain why role play usually crosses the biblical boundary of adultery. Pretending your spouse is someone else is adultery, and thus, not within the boundary of what the Bible says is okay. 
Can you role play with your spouse in a way that is within the bounds? Hear about a fun (and Biblical way) to role play with your spouse, and how the movie Mr. and Mrs. Smith inspired it. 
Plus, the Dalkes mention their upcoming dream marriage retreat in November of 2024 in Cancun, Mexico. Head to their website to get on the wait list for all the details if you think you and your spouse might be interested. Rest, intimacy, amazing food, plus dreaming with your spouse and creating a vision and plan for your future while there. 
Email them anytime at thedreammarriagepodcast@gmail.com 
Or check out their free resources for helping you create the marriage of your dreams at  www.thedreammarriage.com 

E22: Are Sex Toys Okay in a Christian Marriage? (Freedom in Sex Mini Episode 5)

In this episode of The Dream Marriage podcast, Brian and Allison Dalke discuss the use of sex toys within marriage. They talk about the cultural stigma around sex toys, and how using sex toys is a personal preference that each couple has to come to an agreement on. 
Allison shares her personal story of experimenting with sex toys early in their marriage and then why she suddenly didn’t want to use them in sex anymore and why. 
They also talk about how they have both grown both spiritually and emotionally which has shaped their intimacy and exploration in the bedroom. 
They talk about multiple orgasms, safe places to buy sex toys, why good communication is key to this process, and how ultimately the goal is always and only to increase your intimacy with your spouse. 
www.covenantspice.com 
For more resources and their free YES/NO/MAYBE Intimacy Checklist, head to their website at www.thedreammarriage.com

E21: Using a Journal to Increase Intimacy (Freedom in Sex Mini Episode 4)

In this episode of The Dream Marriage podcast, Brian and Allison Dalke discuss how their appreciation journal turned super sexy, and how that journal has continued to grow their appreciation of each other and their intimacy in the bedroom. 
How a journal (no matter how you use it) can increase your intimacy and appreciation for each other. Plus, they discuss how writing physically changes the way we think and process. 
Unlined leather journal: https://a.co/d/5XCR89t 
Lined leather journal: https://a.co/d/4ZnEI23 
For more resources and their free YES/NO/MAYBE Intimacy Checklist, head to their website at www.thedreammarriage.com 

E20: Using Photos and Videos to Increase Your Intimacy (Freedom in Sex Mini Episode 3)

In this episode of the Dream Marriage podcast, Brian and Allison Dalke discuss how (homemade) videos and photos can enhance your sex life. 
Allison talks about her experience having boudoir photos taken for Brian and how it made her feel about herself and her body. 
Brian shares how he keeps photos and videos secured on his phone. 
https://between.us/?lang=en 
Remember that your yes/no/maybes can change through different seasons of your life and as your intimacy grows.  
Download their free YES/NO/MAYBE Intimacy checklist at www.thedreammarriage.com

E19: Should you Schedule Sex?! (Freedom in Sex Mini Episode 2)

In this episode of the Dream Marriage podcast, Brian and Allison Dalke talk about how to plan for and better anticipate sex. 
They talk about how scheduling sex can actually be a huge turn-on as you anticipate sex throughout the day. We plan and prepare for things that are important to us. We make space on our calendars for things that have value in our lives. 
Scheduling sex can help prevent dry spells in your sex life depending on your season of life. 
They also talk about how lingerie can help you think about sex throughout the day. 
They challenge listeners to ask each other, "what can I do to better help you anticipate sex?" 
Texting throughout the day, leaving notes for each other, etc. 
Plus their recent story of scheduling sex and how it didn’t go as it planned. 
For more resources and their free YES/NO/MAYBE Intimacy Checklist, head to their website at www.thedreammarriage.com 

E18: Self-care and Preparing for Sex (Freedom in Sex Mini Episode 1)

In this episode of the Dream Marriage podcast, Brian and Allison Dalke talk about the importance of self-care when it comes to sex. Why does taking care of our bodies physically increases our desire for sex and our confidence when we have sex? Plus, how fueling our bodies with the right food and taking care of our bodies can also increase our libido. 
How can you better prepare yourself for sex both mentally and physically? Small shifts in your thinking about sex can make a huge difference in the bedroom.
For more information and to find their free YES/NO/MAYBE Intimacy Checklist go to www.thedreammarriage.com