PsycHacks Episode 484: The most effective marriage intervention (get out of the house)
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Nov 25, 2024 Discover how creating a designated space can breathe new life into marriages. Learn why too much togetherness can turn lovers into roommates, leading to misunderstandings. Explore how modern pressures affect relationship dynamics, particularly between genders. Delve into the importance of personal space and independence for maintaining attraction and motivation. Uncover strategies to reintroduce space and cultivate individuality, ultimately revitalizing connection and marital satisfaction.
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Time Together
- Men and women were not designed to spend so much time together.
- Our evolutionary history and primate ancestors show us this.
Partner as Village
- Modern society expects partners to fulfill the roles of an entire village.
- This is due to the lack of extended family and community support.
Create Space
- Create space and distance in your relationship.
- Challenge the expectation of constant togetherness.
