From Goals to Habits: Building Daily Rhythms That Strengthen Your Marriage

2026-01-12

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Turn Your Marriage Goals into Reality with Intentional HabitsYou've set goals for your marriage and family—that's the first step. But goals without habits are just wishes on paper. In this episode of Bringing Hope Home, Bryce and Colette Schaffer show you how to create the daily rhythms and habits that'll actually get you where you want to go.Building on last week's conversation about setting goals together as a couple, this week dives into the practical "how-to" of making those dreams a reality. Because when b...

Turn Your Marriage Goals into Reality with Intentional Habits

You've set goals for your marriage and family—that's the first step. But goals without habits are just wishes on paper. In this episode of Bringing Hope Home, Bryce and Colette Schaffer show you how to create the daily rhythms and habits that'll actually get you where you want to go.

Building on last week's conversation about setting goals together as a couple, this week dives into the practical "how-to" of making those dreams a reality. Because when both of you are pulling in the same direction with consistent habits, that's when real transformation happens.

What You'll Learn:

The power of rhythm in your marriage (and why it's like a golf swing or basketball play—momentum matters!)

How to use willpower strategically to build lasting habits (spoiler: it takes 21 days, and you can start today)

Four essential habit categories every strong marriage needs:

Connection habits: Daily check-ins, date nights, and tech-free time
Spiritual habits: Praying together, reading Scripture, and seeking God as a couple
Conflict resolution habits: Healthy communication and fighting fair
Kindness habits: Small acts of service that fill up your spouse's emotional bank

Practical strategies for making new habits stick, including tracking progress, using environmental cues, and giving yourself grace

Why "progress over perfection" is the secret to long-term growth in your marriage

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