Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick Episode 346 - Sheila Wray Gregoire, "The Marriage You Want"
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Apr 28, 2025 Sheila Wray Gregoire, a leader in Christian marriage resources and author of 'The Marriage You Want,' joins to discuss her innovative, research-based approach to improving relationships. She challenges harmful marriage stereotypes while highlighting the importance of shared responsibilities and emotional health. Topics include the significance of shared bedtimes and mutual support, reframing marriage as a supportive partnership, and the evolving understanding of intimacy. Sheila also shares insights from her platform, BareMarriage.com, offering practical resources for couples seeking genuine connection.
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Look for Root Causes
- Symptoms in marriage, like low libido, point to deeper issues, not the symptom itself.
- Identifying root causes like emotional connection or sexual pain is key to resolving problems.
Cognitive Load Story
- Sheila illustrates cognitive load with a story of Sandra juggling family tasks unseen by her husband.
- This mental burden often falls mostly on wives, creating imbalance and stress in marriage.
Mental Load Harms Marital Satisfaction
- A high mental load on wives correlates with lower marital and sexual satisfaction.
- Equality in sharing mental load and having equal downtime boosts marital happiness.
