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    <itunes:title>Bringing SHMILY Back</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ever feel like the love in your marriage isn't what it once was? You fell in love and got married and somewhere between then and now, things are different. Things are not quite what you hoped they would be. You're not alone.   What if something so simple and so small could help spark that flame that was once there? It has with us and we believe it could do the same with you.   That's why in this episode of the Celebrate Your Date Podcast, we're bringing SHMILY back! ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Are you and your spouse on the same team? It may seem like a silly question but teamwork in marriage is super important in ensuring you and your spouse win in your marriage and in your life.  In this episode we talk about what mindset you have to have to be good teammates, what qualities do good teammates have and what are a few areas that are crucial that you and your spouse operate as teammates and play as if you want each other to win...because you do! ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:title>How to Set Realistic Goals in the New Year</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[We've all done it, set a new year's resolution that was big and after a few days, or maybe a week, we've abandoned it and are back to our old ways.   There's nothing wrong with setting small, attainable goals that over time will yield big results. This is true in life as well as in your marriage.    In this episode, we talk about realistic goals you can set for your marriage and giving yourself permission to not have to change things overnight.  ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Celebrate Your Date is a concept that has helped us be more intentional and purposeful in our marriage. We've learned so much through doing this and want to challenge you in 2023 to do the same.   In this episode we explain what Celebrate Your Date is, let you in on who we are and throw out the 2023 Celebrate Your Date Challenge for you and your spouse.  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Celebrate Your Date is a concept that has helped us be more intentional and purposeful in our marriage. We&apos;ve learned so much through doing this and want to challenge you in 2023 to do the same. <br/><br/>In this episode we explain what Celebrate Your Date is, let you in on who we are and throw out the 2023 Celebrate Your Date Challenge for you and your spouse. </p>]]></description>
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