Shaving Off His Mane: Rebuilding Respect and Strength in Marriage – with Dana Rausch
In this episode, Shelly Brown sits down with author Dana Rausch to discuss her book Shaving Off His Mane, a candid and redemptive look at how small, everyday habits can slowly chip away at a husband’s strength—and what it takes to stop the cycle. Using the striking image of a lion’s mane to represent a husband’s God-given identity and courage, Dana shares from her own story of brokenness, restoration, and hope after decades of marriage.
They explore how a wife’s words, tone, and priorities can either honor or undermine her husband’s role, and how God graciously redeems what feels lost. Dana Rausch also opens up about her deeply personal endorsements—written by her children and family members—and the significance of their support.
This episode is filled with wisdom, real-life experience, and honest encouragement for any woman longing to bring healing and strength back to her marriage.
Episode Highlights
- The story behind the lion and lioness analogy that shaped her book
- Ways wives may unintentionally “shave off” their husbands’ strength
- Why “no secrets” is one of Dana Rausch’s top principles for protecting a marriage
- How changing her home environment helped bring peace to her relationship
- A peek into Dana’s publishing journey with Redemption Press
- What to do if you feel like it’s too late for your marriage
- A crucial distinction between brokenness in marriage and abuse—and why help is necessary in unsafe situations
Resources and Links
- Connect with Dana Rausch at her BLOG at www.applyyourheart.com
- Grab your copy of “Shaving Off His Mane” on Amazon
- Connect with Redemption Press: www.Redemption-Press.com
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