Whether it's a forbidden workplace romance or talking on the phone for a month before meeting in person, "Black Love" couples share the stories that marked the beginning of their life-long love.

Couples reflect on their anything-but-direct journeys to marriage, and the hard lessons they needed to learn about abstinence, non-exclusivity, long-distance relationships and dealing with another person's baggage before they could make a commitment.

"Black Love" couples share their experiences from the true tests of marriage, from experiences with drug abuse, pornography addiction, depression from a miscarriage and more.

"Black Love" couples get real about personality differences, pet peeves and how they handle arguments when a spouse is not on the same page. Featuring Salli Richardson & Dondre Whitfield, Kandi Burruss & Todd Tucker, David & Pamela Mann and more.

Couples discuss how children change marriage. From traditional to blended families, they share stories about the challenges of making each other a priority while raising a family. Featuring Egypt Sherrod & Mike Jackson, David & Julie Arnold and more.

"Black Love" couples discuss how they came to really know their spouse through their past traumas and how they used these moments to strengthen their marriages. Featuring Tommicus Walker & LeToya Luckett-Walker, Salli & Dondre Whitfield and more.

Couples discuss the intersection of work and love lives, and roles at home. They admit that knowing when to turn off the business brain and transition to home life is a constant battle. Features Kenny & Jessica Burns, Kandi Burruss & Todd Tucker and more.

Couples share the lessons that have helped them through their marriages, even in the moments when they don't agree or don't even like each other. Featuring Rebecca & Terry Crews, LeToya Luckett-Walker & Tommicus Walker, David & Julie Arnold and more.