The Real Marriage Podcast My Husband is Cheating on Me With His Work!
Oct 14, 2024
A listener's dilemma about a workaholic husband sparks deep discussions. Mark and Grace dive into how marriage roles morph over time, especially post-kids. They emphasize the need for intentional time together, even suggesting date nights and prioritizing family over work. The duo offers practical advice on setting boundaries and initiating tough conversations about career demands. They humorously touch on intimacy as a reconnection tool, blending serious insights with lighthearted banter.
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Plan And Protect Intentional Couple Time
- Ask for time intentionally and plan dates or weekly check-ins instead of nagging.
- Schedule regular blocks (date nights, planning hours, or walks) and protect them from work interruptions.
Give The Encouragement Your Spouse Needs
- Learn what encourages your spouse and use your strengths to give that to them.
- Offer fun or low-effort activities during high-stress weeks and ask, "How can we take a time out?"
Weekly Grandparent Babysitting Created Margin
- Grace describes using grandparents to provide a regular Friday night babysit so they could have weekly time together.
- They split planning and date time to avoid turning every scheduled slot into work talk.
