The Powerful Man Show From Desperation to Connection: Saving Your Marriage
Oct 7, 2025
In this insightful discussion, relationship coach Chris Hansen dives into reviving the spark in marriages, especially when feeling like mere roommates. He explains the detrimental effects of the 'nice guy' syndrome, where seeking validation kills attraction. Hansen and host Doug Holt introduce tools like the Triadic Connection to restore emotional safety and polarity. They tackle the differing needs for connection between men and women, emphasizing how men can lead with confidence and reclaim their masculine presence to reignite passion.
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Providing Alone Won't Preserve Attraction
- Men often tell themselves they earn respect by providing and over-investing in external success.
- That story can replace relationship needs and hide why attraction falters.
Cleaning The House Backfired
- Doug cleaned the whole house to prove his value and expected gratitude and sex.
- His wife noticed a missed oven and he exploded, revealing the need for internal motivation not validation.
Use A Clean Slate And Validation
- Do a clean-slate reset to draw a clear line between past mistakes and a fresh start.
- Use validation (hidden motives) to make your wife feel seen and emotionally safe.
