Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast Keeping your Wife your best Friend w/Clarence Schuler EP 435
Apr 15, 2021
Dr. Clarence Shuler, a marriage counselor and author, shares invaluable insights into nurturing a thriving marital bond. He emphasizes the importance of understanding over winning during conflicts and advocates for 'short accounts' to resolve issues quickly. Clarence discusses the significance of small, thoughtful acts of service and the transformative power of shared prayers. He also highlights the need for emotional safety to restore intimacy and encourages couples to deeply listen to one another, ensuring both partners feel cherished and secure.
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Think Long Term Not Short Wins
- Keep the "big picture" in conflicts and decisions to prioritize long-term consequences over short-term emotions.
- Use that perspective to resist temptations and choose actions that protect your marriage's future.
Serve Her First Class
- Serve your wife with a "first class" mindset by doing thoughtful, practical things that make her feel valued.
- Small gestures like warming a towel or cleaning the kitchen create strong emotional security.
Resolve Quickly Keep Short Accounts
- Keep short accounts: resolve disagreements quickly instead of letting them fester and grow.
- Promptly addressing issues lowers stress and preserves family emotional health.
