Things I Wish I’d Known Before We Got Married audiobook cover - Marriage can be one of life’s greatest joys—and one of its hardest teachers—so this gentle guide walks couples through practical preparation: understanding love languages, addressing concerns early, practicing forgiveness, building financial unity, and approaching intimacy with patience and care.

Things I Wish I’d Known Before We Got Married

Marriage can be one of life’s greatest joys—and one of its hardest teachers—so this gentle guide walks couples through practical preparation: understanding love languages, addressing concerns early, practicing forgiveness, building financial unity, and approaching intimacy with patience and care.

Based on ideas referenced from Gary Chapman

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Chapter Overview

Description

Many couples step into marriage carrying deep love, hopeful intentions, and a quiet belief that things will “just work out.” But lasting partnership usually grows from skills—communication, teamwork, emotional understanding, and shared decisions—more than from feelings alone.

In this warm, supportive narration, each chapter offers a simple, grounded way to prepare for marriage: learning to build love over time, talking about difficult behaviors before the wedding, forgiving without demanding instant forgetting, creating unity around money, and approaching sexual connection as a tender bonding experience rather than an automatic outcome.

Who Should Listen

  • Engaged or seriously dating couples who want practical guidance for building a steady, emotionally healthy marriage.
  • Married couples who want to strengthen communication, restore connection, and create a more unified approach to love, money, and intimacy.
  • Anyone who values relationship skills—like apology, forgiveness, and emotional attunement—and wants a calmer, more intentional way to love.

About the Authors

This narration is based on a provided summary that references relationship concepts popularized by author Gary Chapman, widely known for his work on love languages and practical tools for nurturing long-term relationships.