For the Sake of Argument #86: Divorce Lawyer ADVISES Married Couple | James Sexton
Nov 27, 2024
James Sexton, a renowned divorce attorney and bestselling author, shares his two decades of experience navigating high-stakes divorce cases. He discusses the importance of empathy and communication in marriage, offering practical tips on how to resolve conflicts. James emphasizes the need for authenticity and vulnerability to strengthen relationships and highlights the delicate balance of love and parenthood. He also reflects on the complexities of divorce in religious communities, revealing how personal growth and understanding can transform both troubled and stable marriages.
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True Intimacy in Marriage
- Intimacy in marriage means being completely yourself with your partner.
- Marriage deepens self-understanding through mutual support and showing up for each other.
Prioritize Empathy Over Winning
- Understand and empathize with your partner's emotions rather than arguing positions.
- Winning arguments harms relationships; aim for mutual understanding and happiness instead.
Grieving Memory in a Store
- James shared a story of seeing a woman who looked like his deceased mother in a store.
- This moment captured his ongoing grief and complicated feelings about loss and connection.
