The Empowered Wife Podcast: Marriage Help with Laura Doyle 131: 4 Changes to Make to Save Your Marriage
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May 24, 2022 Discover four impactful changes one can make to reignite a struggling marriage, as a guest shares her journey from betrayal to reconnection. Learn how to nourish respect and foster intimacy through gratitude and playfulness. Explore the significance of self-awareness, accountability, and setting healthy boundaries in relationships. Hear about overcoming resentment and the role of community support in rebuilding trust. Plus, uncover the worst relationship advice and how to respond to apologies without resistance.
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Respect Builds Intimacy
- Show your husband respect by trusting his decisions, even when they disappoint you.
- Respond calmly to failures with understanding rather than criticism to build intimacy and connection.
Magic Apology Words
- Use the phrase "I apologize for being disrespectful when I..." to restore intimacy instantly.
- This admission fosters closeness even during cold or strained periods, including in the bedroom.
Gratitude Changes Behavior
- Focus on expressing gratitude to your husband for even small positive actions.
- Genuine appreciation encourages more frequent helpful behaviors without nagging or complaints.
