Arranged Marriages: Myths, Misconceptions, and Modern Advice - with Sherene Joseph

November 19, 2024

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Can you guess the divorce rate of arranged marriages? The stats might shock you. As an Indian immigrant and an insightful storyteller, Sherene Joseph joins me to discuss the nuanced world of arranged marriages. We’re debunking some common myths and exploring the profound impact of family involvement on choosing spouses, providing listeners with valuable relationship advice that transcends cultural and modern marriage boundaries.

Key Discussion Points:

Intentional Parenting: Emphasizing how parents can be intentional about helping their children prepare for marriage.

Family Dynamics: Sherene shares her personal experience with arranged marriage, the importance of understanding family dynamics, and the reality of such marriages versus common misconceptions.

Love and Commitment: Is love enough for a successful marriage?

Matchmaking: The episode touches on informal matchmaking practices within communities and the role of family in suggesting compatible partners.

Surprise Divorce Statistics: Modern marriages are often rife with divorce. We discuss the divorce stats among arranged marriages vs other marriages.

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Dana Che is the founder of Thrive Relationships, where she serves as a marriage and relationship coach and host of the Rebuilding Us marriage podcast. She also serves as a preaching pastor at her church. Whether in the church or on her podcast, Dana's mission is singular: to help people rebuild their relationships through the grace and guidance of the Lord.

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