Ever wonder if a long distance relationship is worth the adventure?

Well today, we have a couple who’s had their fair share of fun adventures both together and separate!

Heart of Dating welcomes Rachel and Harold Earls of the Earls Family Vlogs on Youtube! Captain Harold Earls IV is an active duty Army officer currently serving as the Commander of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. He has appeared on such media outlets at The Weather Channel, ABC News and USA Today. Rachel Earls is a beloved vlogger, business owner, founder of the Earls Family Foundation, an Army wife, and mother. Both of them are raising their two sons and have over half a million subscribers, who tune in regularly for discussions on faith, family life, and love.

Probably the most interesting part of their relationship, however, is that Harold actually worked towards a dream of his to climb up Mount Everest right after getting engaged! They share their stories of adventure in their brand new book “A Higher Calling: Pursuing Love, Faith and Mount Everest for a Great Purpose” which tells their challenging first year of marriage when Harold’s pursuit to climb the world’s tallest mountain deepened their faith, strengthened their commitment to each other, and sharpened their vision to make a difference in the world.


This episode goes deep into how communication is vital and how a long distance relationship can actually help create a strong foundation for a strong marriage.

Some Themes on Today's Episode:
-How adventure is important in a relationship
-Pursuing your dreams is important to avoid resentment
-Communication is vital, especially in long distance relationships
-How selflessness is one of the most important aspects of a healthy relationship