ONE Extraordinary Marriage Show

841: Living Like Roommates

Jan 7, 2025
Couples often find themselves living like roommates, losing that soul-deep connection. Discover how to break free from the roommate cycle through intentional daily interactions. The hosts explore causes like busyness and communication breakdowns, urging self-reflection. They share inspiring listener strategies like date nights and tech-free time. Alisa’s daily tracker, featuring kisses and conversation cards, offers practical ways to reconnect. With actionable steps and encouragement, this discussion sparks hope for deeper intimacy in marriage.
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INSIGHT

Roommate Cycle Is A Connection Problem

  • Living like roommates happens when daily connection fades and marriage shifts into logistics over romance.
  • Connection across the six pillars requires daily intentional choices, not passive hope.
ANECDOTE

Hosts Share Their Own Roommate Seasons

  • Tony and Alisa admit they've experienced roommate seasons in their 28 years of marriage and college roommate memories.
  • Those seasons included logistics, separate couches, and periods of apathy toward the relationship.
ADVICE

Start Small — Make One Daily Change

  • Start changing today with small, intentional actions instead of waiting for big annual goals.
  • Look in the mirror first and ask what you personally will do to break the roommate cycle.
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