How important is honesty in marriage? How honest or transparent should each of you be? We think honesty is the most critical and misunderstood part in marriage.

[00:00:00] - Introduction

[00:01:02] - The Alarming Trend of Divorce After 20 Years

[00:03:50] - Is "Too Much Honesty" a Real Problem in Marriage?

[00:06:31] - Unrealistic Expectations & The Pressure to Be "Perfect"

[00:10:51] - Honesty About Physical Attraction & Appearance

[00:16:14] - The Uncomfortable Truth: Honesty About Sex & Intimacy

[00:20:38] - Creating a "Safe Space" for Brutal Honesty

[00:24:24] - Imploding vs. Exploding: The Danger of Hidden Issues

[00:27:08] - From Secret Shopping to Canned Soup: Everyday Honesty

[00:31:09] - Handling External Attractions with Honesty

[00:38:42] - How to Create a Safe Space When Your Partner Shuts Down

[00:48:20] - Divorce Rate Statistics by Profession

[00:53:55] - Top Reasons Couples Get Divorced

[00:57:12] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who Admits They're Wrong First?

[00:58:53] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Do You Believe in White Lies?

[00:59:26] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Withholding Info to Avoid a Fight?

[01:00:22] - Rapid Fire Q'n: How Often Do You Argue?

[01:02:05] - Rapid Fire Q'n: What Makes it Easier to Open Up?

[01:05:55] - Rapid Fire Q'n: More Honest Now Than 10 Years Ago?

[01:08:55] - Final Thoughts: You Have to Fail the Report Card

[01:10:30] - How to Start Being Honest in a Marriage

[01:11:56] - A Real-Life Example: Honesty About Life Goals

[01:16:47] - The Danger of Building Grudges & Living Separate Lives

[01:18:09] - Final Advice & Closing Thoughts