That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs The Fight for a Wholehearted Marriage with Rebekah and Gabe Lyons- Episode 992
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Jul 21, 2025 Gabe and Rebekah Lyons, authors and speakers passionate about relationships, dive into the complexities of marriage. They discuss identifying emotional seasons in marriage, particularly the challenges of summer, including the need for intentional communication. The couple emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and empathy, and how these elements enrich emotional and physical intimacy. They also tackle the balance between maintaining joy and navigating difficult conversations, encouraging couples to embrace the journey of a wholehearted marriage.
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Summer Reveals Marriage Friction
- Summer in marriage often reveals friction due to increased time spent together and daily stresses, especially with kids home.
- It is a season for intentional conversations to address underlying issues rather than ignoring them.
Schedule Calm Talk Time
- When feeling tension or conflict, agree to discuss issues later when you have at least 15 uninterrupted minutes.
- This approach provides safe space for vulnerability and deeper processing.
No Fighting Can Mean Withdrawal
- Absence of fighting is not always healthy—it could mean emotional withdrawal and unresolved hurt.
- True intimacy requires vulnerability and ongoing emotional connection to avoid drifting apart.
