Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Five More Ways to Grow Closer as a Couple (Part 2 of 2)
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Jun 10, 2025 
Greg Smalley, Vice President of Marriage and Family Formation at Focus on the Family, shares his insights on creating loving marriages. He discusses the importance of commitment and understanding each other's differences. The conversation highlights practical tools for improvement, the necessity of emotional safety, and the role of selflessness in navigating conflicts. With personal anecdotes, the speakers emphasize the value of resilience and support to strengthen connections, ultimately advocating for a deep and fulfilling marital bond.
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Create Emotional Safety
- Create emotional safety to let your spouse reveal their true self without fear.
- Accept all aspects of your spouse to build trust and closeness in marriage.
Stay Curious About Your Spouse
- Treat your wife in an understanding and knowledgeable way by continuously learning about her.
- Avoid assuming you know everything; your spouse is always growing and changing.
Daily Affirmation Builds Satisfaction
- Wives should affirm their husbands daily to increase marital satisfaction.
- Look intentionally for things to praise to model the behavior you want to receive.
