Bare Marriage Episode 270: What Does Prioritizing Marriage Look Like? Plus Do You Have to Choose Between Being a Good Wife and a Good Mom?
Feb 13, 2025
Joanna Sawatsky, a data analyst focused on relationship stats, and Rebecca Lindenbach, daughter of Sheila Rae Gregoire, dive into the complexities of balancing marriage and motherhood. They stress that prioritizing time together can enhance connection, challenging the notion that only grand gestures matter. The duo discusses the significance of shared bedtimes for intimacy and the need for couples to work as a team amid parenting pressures. Their insights aim to alleviate guilt and redefine roles, suggesting a more harmonious approach to family dynamics.
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Prioritizing Connection
- Prioritize connecting with your spouse, not just scheduling time together.
- Think "what are we doing this Saturday?", not "what do I get to do?"
Car Ride Test
- Shared car rides can reveal underlying relationship dynamics.
- Couples who enjoy car rides together likely function well as a team.
Spiritual Discussions
- Praying together is good, but discussing spiritual matters has a larger positive impact on marital flourishing.
- Deeper conversations about beliefs and faith create stronger intimacy.
