A significant part of TLC’s programming focuses on hardcore religious families who reside on the outskirts of society.

Think “Welcome to Plathville,” which follows the isolated and increasingly fractured Plath family.

When it comes to his long-term relationship with wife Michelle, though, they practice what they preach.

Michelle Duggar looks at husband Jim Bob Duggar

In particular, Michelle revealed how a friend had advised her to always satisfy her man no matter what.

“She said, ‘In your marriage, there will be times you’re going to be very exhausted.

Her husband, meanwhile, acknowledged, “We’re like a newlywed couple every day!”

Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar pose together at an event

In return, Jim Bob reportedly supports his wife by always listening to her.

According to Michelle, “We really regret that we didn’t [wait].”

So, things maybe weren’t as weird as they seemed.”

The Duggar sisters pose together at an event

It’s therefore conceivable that much of the Duggar myth has been buoyed by TV.

But Michelle’s controversial feelings about marriage and the wife’s so-called duties certainly seem genuine unfortunately.