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What I Wish I Knew Before Getting Engaged with Tatum Munivez

February 26, 2025 — Tatum Munivez, Chris Grace

In this episode, Chris Grace and guest co-host Tatum Munivez explore key questions to ask before getting engaged. They discuss essential relationship considerations, including compatibility, handling conflict, emotional safety, and recognizing red and green flags. Through personal insights and real-life examples, they provide practical wisdom to help you navigate the engagement decision with confidence.

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You Don’t Find “The One”, You Choose “The One”

February 5, 2025 — Debra Fileta

Finding “the one” isn’t about luck, feelings, or divine revelation—it’s a choice. Debra Fileta challenges the passive approach many Christians take, comparing it to picking a watermelon based on guesswork. A strong relationship isn’t found but built through intentional choices, communication, and time. Rushing in without discernment leads to heartbreak, while wisdom and preparation help ensure a healthy marriage. Ultimately, “the one” is the person you commit to for life.

The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly: What To Do With Personality Tools

March 25, 2024 — Alisa Grace, Chris Grace

In this week's episode, CMR Co-Directors Dr. Chris and Alisa Grace discuss how personality impacts our relationships, and offer practical ways we can use personality tools to better understand ourselves and others.

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How & When Should I Be Vulnerable?

March 13, 2024 — Aundrea Paxton

Being vulnerable is an important part of relationships but that doesn't mean it is easy. How do you know when it is safe to share personal, vulnerable parts of you with someone else? Take a look at this video!

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Cultivate Hope Together

March 6, 2024 — Pam Farrel

In this week's blog post, Pam Farrel, relationship specialist and bestselling author, gives effective and practical tips to help you build upon the life-changing Biblical hope that will revolutionize your relationship!

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10 Steps To Take When A Good Relationship Starts To Go Bad

February 7, 2024 — Chris Grace

Read Dr. Chris Grace's blog to discover three key differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships, and 10 things you can do when a good relationship starts to go bad.

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Don't Go To Bed Angry

January 22, 2024 — Willa Williams

In this week's video, CMR consulting therapist Willa Williams explains how to decipher when it's ok to pause important conversations and when to engage in these discussions after having time to cool down.

What Our Listeners Are Asking

July 5, 2023 — Alisa Grace, Chris Grace

In today's podcast, CMR Co-Directors Chris and Alisa Grace sit down and go through questions our listeners send in. From date nights and red flags, to establishing trust, this episode is packed with practical advice!

You Asked, We Answered

May 3, 2023 — Alisa Grace, Chris Grace

Trouble navigating boundaries once you're in a relationship? In this week's podcast, Dr. Chris and Alisa Grace answer your questions about relationships! From confronting self-esteem and setting boundaries, to defining the relationship after you already started dating, this week's podcast is full of wisdom for relationships in all stages!

Behind The Scenes: A Mini Episode

April 11, 2023 — Alisa Grace, Chris Grace

In today's podcast, co-directors Dr. Chris and Alisa Grace sit down with Ashlee Kyser, the newest member of the CMR team, to discuss what it is like transitioning from a student to staff at Biola, and share resources available for students and new graduates.

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