Revisit: No Laughing Matter: When Your Jokes Hurt More Than They Heal

Episode #972

Ever made a joke that didn’t land—but didn’t realize until later how deep it cut?

We originally released this episode a while back, but it hit home for so many men that we knew it was worth revisiting. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I’m just joking—what’s the big deal?” this might be the perspective shift you didn’t know you needed.

In this conversation, we get real about the difference between light-hearted teasing and the kind of humor that slowly chips away at trust. We share how even a small joke can come across as criticism, especially when the emotional “bank account” in your relationship is running low.

You’ll hear why your wife might not find your teasing funny, how to read the energy behind your jokes, and what to do when your humor starts creating distance instead of connection.

If laughter really is the best medicine, we need to make sure we’re not using it as a weapon.

🎯 Not sure if your emotional bank account is full or dangerously low?

Take our free Marriage Scale Assessment to find out where things really stand between you and your wife—before another joke pushes things too far. thepowerfulman.com/scales

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