—-- ? This episode is sponsored by Resolve. A physician contract review and compensation data company bringing change to physician contracts.  —-  ? The episode is also sponsored by Lindy.AI. Your AI Medical Scribe. HIPPA Compliant and PIPEDA Compliant. Link: lindy.ai/medical-scribe —-  ? "Spongeworthy'' delves into a lighthearted yet meaningful discussion on marital communication, inspired by a quarrel over the misuse of a dishwashing sponge. The Hindmarshes reflect on the importance of choosing battles wisely and expressing needs and frustrations in non-confrontational ways. They emphasize that even the most trivial domestic tasks can test a couple's communication skills and that understanding and humor are key to resolving conflicts and strengthening relationships. Through their personal story, Tim and Mae convey that being "sponge worthy" is less about the issue at hand and more about how couples navigate the everyday challenges of living and growing together. Looking for something specific? Here you go! 00:00:15 - Episode Theme: Spongeworthy Spouses 00:00:27 - Seinfeld Reference Explained 00:00:48 - The Contraceptive Sponge 00:01:10 - Elaine's Dilemma and Closet of Sponges 00:01:40 - The Sponge Fight Begins 00:02:03 - The Dishwashing Sponge Incident 00:02:14 - Tim's Dishwashing Technique 00:02:25 - Mae's Preferred Cleaning Tools 00:02:47 - The Aftermath of the Sponge Misuse 00:03:08 - Mae Confronts Tim 00:03:31 - Communication Breakdown 00:04:02 - Tim's Reaction and Ultimatum 00:04:12 - Mae Reflects on Her Approach 00:05:09 - The Rarity of Fights in Their Marriage 00:05:19 - The Importance of Communication 00:06:01 - Disagreements as a Sign of Communication 00:06:35 - Attempting to Communicate Better 00:06:45 - Failed Analogies and Understanding 00:07:30 - The Sponge's Insignificance in the Grand Scheme 00:08:16 - The Joy of Cooking with Cast Iron 00:08:49 - The Ongoing Journey of Communication 00:08:59 - Embracing the Small Arguments 00:09:10 - Encouragement to Keep Communicating Our Advice! Everything in this podcast is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute the practice of medicine and we are not providing medical advice. No Physician-patient relationship is formed and anything discussed in this podcast does not represent the views of our employers.  The Fine Print! All opinions expressed by the hosts or  guests in this episode are solely their opinion and are not to be used as specific medical advice.  The hosts,  May and Tim Hindmarsh MD, BS Free MD LLC, or any affiliates thereof are not under any obligation to update or correct any information provided in this episode. The guest's statements and opinions are subject to change without notice. Thanks for joining us! You are the reason we are here.  If you have questions, reach out to us at doc@bsfreemd.com or find Tim and I on Facebook and IG. Please check out our every growing website as well at  bsfreemd.com (no www)  GET SOCIAL WITH US! We’re everywhere here: https://www.withkoji.com/@bsfreemd