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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>Most people think marriage begins with finding someone. But if we’re honest, it really begins long before that—with the quiet work you do on yourself.</p><p>And let’s be clear: we’re not talking about “becoming perfect” or turning into some polished version of yourself for someone else. No, this is about laying the emotional and spiritual foundation that a meaningful relationship can stand on. Because you can meet someone wonderful… and still mess it up if you’re not ready. And the reverse? Even an imperfect partnership can thrive if two prepared people walk into it with intention.</p><p>At&nbsp;<em>Family University</em>, we’ve got expert-led webinars, practical guides, and online sessions to help you build the kind of foundation strong marriages stand on. Subscribe on our website and take the first step with confidence.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>Most people think marriage begins with finding someone. But if we’re honest, it really begins long before that—with the quiet work you do on yourself.</p><p>And let’s be clear: we’re not talking about “becoming perfect” or turning into some polished version of yourself for someone else. No, this is about laying the emotional and spiritual foundation that a meaningful relationship can stand on. Because you can meet someone wonderful… and still mess it up if you’re not ready. And the reverse? Even an imperfect partnership can thrive if two prepared people walk into it with intention.</p><br><p><br></p><h5>What we will talk about:</h5><p><br></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#The_First_Step_to_a_Strong_Marriage_Why_It_Starts_With_You" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The First Step to a Strong Marriage: Why It Starts With You</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#When_the_Ground_Is_Ready_the_Seeds_Grow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">When the Ground Is Ready, the Seeds Grow</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#What_Are_You_Really_Bringing_Into_Marriage" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">What Are You Really Bringing Into Marriage?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Your_Why_Is_Everything" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Your “Why” Is Everything</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Character_Outlasts_Chemistry" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Character Outlasts Chemistry</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Compatibility_Isnt_a_Checklist" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Compatibility Isn’t a Checklist</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Learn_the_SkillsBecause_Love_Alone_Isnt_Enough" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn the Skills—Because Love Alone Isn’t Enough</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Family_Listen_but_Dont_Lose_Yourself" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Family: Listen, but Don’t Lose Yourself</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Talk_About_the_Real_StuffNot_Just_the_Cute_Stuff" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Talk About the Real Stuff—Not Just the Cute Stuff</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Slow_Down_Reflect_Ask_for_Guidance" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Slow Down. Reflect. Ask for Guidance.</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Final_Word_Become_What_Youre_Looking_For" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Final Word! Become What You’re Looking For</a></li></ul><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>Most people think marriage begins with finding someone. But if we’re honest, it really begins long before that—with the quiet work you do on yourself.</p><p>And let’s be clear: we’re not talking about “becoming perfect” or turning into some polished version of yourself for someone else. No, this is about laying the emotional and spiritual foundation that a meaningful relationship can stand on. Because you can meet someone wonderful… and still mess it up if you’re not ready. And the reverse? Even an imperfect partnership can thrive if two prepared people walk into it with intention.</p><br><p><br></p><h5>What we will talk about:</h5><p><br></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#The_First_Step_to_a_Strong_Marriage_Why_It_Starts_With_You" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The First Step to a Strong Marriage: Why It Starts With You</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#When_the_Ground_Is_Ready_the_Seeds_Grow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">When the Ground Is Ready, the Seeds Grow</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#What_Are_You_Really_Bringing_Into_Marriage" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">What Are You Really Bringing Into Marriage?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Your_Why_Is_Everything" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Your “Why” Is Everything</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Character_Outlasts_Chemistry" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Character Outlasts Chemistry</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Compatibility_Isnt_a_Checklist" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Compatibility Isn’t a Checklist</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Learn_the_SkillsBecause_Love_Alone_Isnt_Enough" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn the Skills—Because Love Alone Isn’t Enough</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Family_Listen_but_Dont_Lose_Yourself" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Family: Listen, but Don’t Lose Yourself</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Talk_About_the_Real_StuffNot_Just_the_Cute_Stuff" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Talk About the Real Stuff—Not Just the Cute Stuff</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Slow_Down_Reflect_Ask_for_Guidance" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Slow Down. Reflect. Ask for Guidance.</a></li><li><a href="https://www.family.university/the-first-step-to-a-strong-marriage-why-it-starts-with-you/#Final_Word_Become_What_Youre_Looking_For" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Final Word! Become What You’re Looking For</a></li></ul><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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