Mark and Adena share in the episode about how Adena faces trauma from the past while she boldly pursues love. 

“A person has two powerful forces within…do I protect myself from great pain, or do I pursue great love?” 

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In this episode Mark interviews his mom about her new book called “A Penny for your Thoughts.” The highlight of this episode is where Mark's mom talks about a conversation that changed her life. 

If you would like to order this book of thoughts, here is the link to order: 
https://www.amazon.com/Penny-Your-Thoughts-Karen-Delaney/dp/168573040X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=324DK68PFORVK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xOXI_2uCBdYZ1JzWORVDGbb-3HHl54hV9SDN17ZWsX8.TJn6WErjCKXJ16mbN2Fk5cYJpQEyFwnZzSDvpXXv6iE&dib_tag=se&keywords=karen+delaney+a+penny+for+your+thoughts&qid=1713060319&sprefix=karen+delaney+a+penny+for+your+thoughts%2Caps%2C432&sr=8-1

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Mark interviews Tyron Hall and they have a discussion about an awkward, yet powerful conversation he had with his spouse about physical affirmation. 

Here is a marriage assessment that you and your spouse can take. It helps you to have meaningful conversations that will help move your relationship forward. 

https://app.assessmentgenerator.com/assessment/17360

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In this episode Mark talks about why it's important to pay attention to the tension. 
The gap between the life we want and the life we want to live can create a tension. This tension can lead to frustration, depression, emptiness, etc. If the tension is not resolved it can lead to behavior problems like excessive drinking, overeating, etc. These behaviors often get the attention, but the tension is the real problem. 

One conversation can lead to clarity. 

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Trunnis Goggins is an educator, thought leader, and author. He is close to publishing his newest book, The Four P's of you. Check for the release here: https://www.amazon.com/Ps-You-Trunnis-Goggins-II/dp/B0CXL128SM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=YBMHU86VGDIO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.g8bSIYryCC1kDey9dMB6Ujv92IHnWHjeGyPaY3-CvR8k2FvJQr8uSh8nvxLlHY8L.VpRULX8j-t_WN3IfuvDZYENx7sKz5PnsgqWTpScdhJE&dib_tag=se&keywords=trunnis+goggins&qid=1710550562&sprefix=trunnis+goggins%2Caps%2C275&sr=8-1

The four P's are: Purpose, Passion, Planning, and Persistence

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In this short episode Mark will tell two stories and ask one big question. 

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In this episode Mark tells a couple of stories about kids who are struggling with mental health problems. Many parents fear the topic of mental health, or stay uninformed about the topic. 

Mark gives practical advice on how to look at this topic. 

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Every couple will face confusion or conflict while trying to develop a powerful sex life. This episode is part two of a conversation Mark and Adena had about sex between a husband and a wife. 

Building a powerful sex life will require these three things:
1. Freedom
2. Boundaries
3. Surrender 

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In this episode Mark and Adena have a vulnerable conversation about sex inside of marriage. Many couples struggle to create a powerful sex life together. 

• Everyone enters marriage with distorted views of themself and distorted views of sex. 
• There are two main responses to the distortions and confusion about sex. Avoid sex, or live out the distorted passions. 

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Mark sat down with a good friend for this episode. Daniel Dolan is a teacher at a school, and a leader of men. He talks about his journey in life from being a young man who was heavily involved in sports to becoming a man who felt unfulfilled. 

Daniel mentioned how he used to live to “win at all cost”, but now he lives to “love and serve at all cost.” 

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