The Truth About Marriage with Roger Nygard | Relationships
He has also worn many hats over the years too, from director to writer to editor and producer. In his most recent film, Roger shifted his focus to marriage and relationships with his documentary, The Truth About Marriage. And what is so incredibly fascinating about this work, in particular, is that he worked on it for seven years, transitioning in and out of relationships of his own.
In this episode, Roger shares with us all of the invaluable insights he has acquired over the course of these seven years as well as the compelling common threads he has noticed in both relationships and marriage. We talk about how to change and grow together as a couple, what successful relationships and marriages have in common, the most common pitfalls an otherwise good relationship or marriage can fall into, and his best tips for ensuring a long, happy marriage.
This conversation with Roger was super fun to record and we’re sure you’re going to enjoy hearing his stories and insights just as much as we did!
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Topics Discussed:
[:34] About today’s episode with Roger Nygard!
[:57] Are you team Sophie or team Adi?!
[2:51] What we love about Roger and our interview with him today.
[5:52] We would love to hear your feedback! Be sure to screenshot this episode and share your favorite takeaway from this week’s episode with us on social media.
[7:31] Welcoming Roger Nygard to the podcast!
[8:17] Was Roger in a relationship during the course of making the documentary, The Truth About Marriage?
[9:10] Roger shares what got him started with creating his documentary, The Truth About Marriage.
[10:04] Why and how a relationship will naturally deteriorate over time unless you do this one thing.
[11:05] A funny story from before we were married on the topic of marriage.
[12:11] Did being in and out of relationships affect the creation of the documentary?
[13:02] Roger shares a major takeaway he has learned since creating the documentary that greatly increases the chances of a long, happy marriage.
[16:01] The importance of counseling and putting in the work.
[17:42] Why you absolutely cannot wait to get help only when a relationship is in trouble.
[19:00] Roger’s goal in creating the documentary and writing the accompanying book.
[20:03] Roger’s #1 relationship tip in combatting unrealistic expectations and interacting through our masculine and feminine.
[26:22] How we check in with each other daily by holding space and practice active listening.
[29:00] What Roger has learned about relationships as a director, writer, editor, and producer over the years.
[32:27] Looking back on his life, where would Roger say the ideas that show up in his work come from?
[34:40] How Roger finds the comedy in serious and tough life situations.
[35:59] Roger’s advice on what we can do to improve our lives (both individually and in a relationship) during the pandemic.
[40:05] Why starting over is not always the solution.
[43:33] Sophie reads a powerful quote about relationships from Rising Woman.
[44:12] What’s next for Roger? What subject is he interested in exploring next?
[46:20] What is the best advice Roger has ever received?
[48:32] What is Roger’s proudest moment to-date?
[51:29] What is Roger’s hardest moment to-date?
[53:23] How does Roger practice self-care daily?
[56:44] What ignites Roger?
[1:00:47] Thanking Roger for joining the podcast!
[1:01:01] We want to hear from you! Let us know your thoughts and takeaways from this episode!