Reality TV may entertain us but does it actually show how we should see real love, commitment, and marriage?In this episode of Imperfectly Married, Heather and Michael dive deep into how shows like The Bachelor, Love Is Blind, and Love Island have changed our culture’s view of romance and relationships. They explore why these “reality” shows are anything but real, how they can distort our expectations, and what it looks like to rebuild a healthy, faith-based view of love in a world that glorifies fantasy.From emotional comparison and unrealistic standards to hookup culture and discontentment, this honest conversation unpacks the real effects of what we watch—and how to protect your heart and your marriage from being shaped by entertainment instead of truth.

Key Takeaway: You’re being formed by something. Let it be God’s Word, not the world’s version of love.

Social media is everywhere—but how does it really impactyour marriage? In this episode of Imperfectly Married, Heather and Michael walk through each Enneagram type (1–9) and reveal the unique struggles, growth opportunities, and faith anchors connected to how you and your spouse show up online with social media.

From perfectionism and comparison, to escaping, hiding, orseeking validation, every type experiences social media differently. But the good news? With awareness, scripture, and practical tools, you can learn how to guard your heart, honor your spouse, and strengthen your relationship both online and offline.

Key takeaway: Social media isn’t the villain—it’s how youuse it. Set boundaries, celebrate growth, and remember God’s call to guard your heart while showing up for your marriage.

We love it. We hate it. We scroll for hours. But what issocial media really doing to our marriages? In this episode of Imperfectly Married, Michael and Heather open up about their own love–hate relationship with Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook—and how the “highlight reel” culture feedsinsecurity, comparison, and even micro-cheating.

From dealing with online hate to setting healthy boundaries,they share practical tools for protecting your relationship in a digital world. You’ll discover:

Why comparison is the thief of joy (and contentment) inmarriageHow social media creates “faux intimacy” and false expectationsBoundaries every couple needs around passwords, phones, and DMsWhy authenticity beats the highlight reel every time

Whether you’re struggling with insecurity, feeling behind inlife, or wondering if social media is stealing joy from your marriage, thisreal conversation will give you hope and practical next steps.

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