One Marriage, Two Dreams, One Shared Purpose - Connect2

Episode 93

One Marriage, Two Dreams, One Shared Purpose

Published on: 7th May, 2026

What dreams did you bring into your marriage, and how have they evolved over time? How couples align individual dreams into a shared purpose?

Married young and still carrying dreams yet to be fulfilled, host Delia welcomes Mathieu Tan and Gladys Soh, founders of Gosh! Kids Singapore, as they share their honest journey of aligning individual dreams in the early years of marriage. Rooted in a teenage friendship, the couple reflects on navigating differences at different stages, seasons of long‑distance living, and early expectations.

Mathieu shares how Gladys’s passion for community work gradually reshaped his own goals into a shared mission. A defining turning point came when they moved to Japan to build family‑centred communities—an experience that tested them but ultimately strengthened their marriage. Together, they emphasise the importance of openness, mentorship, and healthy communication as couples learn to honour differences and take small, meaningful steps towards building a shared life.

What is one small step you and your spouse can take together in this season?

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Married life can be filled with twists and turns, especially with the day-to-day priorities, and stresses in life, including the times we run into conflict with our spouse.

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