In this episode of The Weaponized Marriage, hosts Dr. Ryan and Kendra Hewitt dive into the transformative power of setting balance targets; intentional goals for your marriage, family, and key relationships. Moving beyond vague resolutions, they share their proven framework of Facts, Feelings, Focus, Fruit to create meaningful, measurable targets that strengthen your partnership. From candid reflections on their own journey; like navigating flight upgrades for a couples’ trip to Spain or planning a cabin purchase; Kendra and Dr. Ryan reveal how to align on a shared vision while embracing discomfort for growth.
Whether it’s scheduling date nights, planning a dream vacation, or fostering deeper connections with your kids, this episode offers practical tools to turn your relationship goals into reality. Kendra shares her success in reducing morning stress with daughter Lily, while Dr. Ryan opens up about his goal to take her camping again. Packed with real-life examples and raw insights, this episode is a must-listen for couples ready to communicate boldly, dream big, and work together toward a thriving marriage.
Key Takeaways
Facts First: Start with concrete realities; what’s working and not working in your marriage or family life.
Feelings Matter: Separate emotions from facts to gain clarity and avoid wishy-washy traps.
Focus on Impact: Identify one high-leverage goal that moves the needle, like a couples’ retreat or more date nights.
Fruit as Vision: Define the result you want, like a dream vacation or a stronger bond with your kids.
Shared Vision: Align on goals that excite both partners, even if they require compromise or discomfort.
“You can’t grow in comfort. Set targets that stretch you as a couple and make you communicate about what really matters.” - Dr. Ryan Hewitt
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