Falling in Love vs Staying in Love: The Science of Maintaining Your Romantic Connection Over Time: Episode 428

Falling in Love vs Staying in Love: The Science of Maintaining Your Romantic Connection Over Time: Episode 428

It's easy to look at movies or social media and wonder why love once felt effortless, and now feels quieter, more routine, or even distant. No one prepares you for the reality that long-term love doesn't stay fueled by novelty and adrenaline forever. As relationships mature, biology shifts, responsibilities increase, and especially after kids, connection can slowly give way to comfort… or worse, roommate energy. If you've ever thought, "Something's missing, but I don't know what," this episode is for you.

In this conversation, we unpack what's actually happening beneath the surface of long-term relationships and why closeness fades even when love is still there. You'll hear how subtle habits, attention leaks, and well-intentioned routines quietly work against connection; and what it takes to bring back energy, affection, and excitement in a sustainable way. This isn't about recreating the early days of your relationship, but learning how to actively maintain closeness, playfulness, and desire in the season you're in now.


✨ If you want simple, daily ways to reconnect emotionally and physically, join our special edition 30-Day "Best of Us" Couples Challenge, designed to help you reignite closeness and bring more joy, flirtation, and intentional connection back into your marriage. It starts January 1st and is only open three times per year. Join now at mycoupleschallenge.com/best 👈

If the Challenge has past, be sure to check out our Top Relationship Resources here was well, even look to join us in-person for the upcoming Couples Workshop. All resources here: https://www.meetthefreemans.com/links

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How to Maintain Physical Intimacy (For Both Partners) When You've Been Together a Long Time: Episode 388

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Staying on the Same Team in Good and Bad Moments: Episode 386

Staying on the Same Team in Good and Bad Moments: Episode 386

Things are going to happen in your life and marriage. When they do, are you on the same team or find that you turn against each other? This is one of the most important ideas when it comes to having a...

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Handle Harder Seasons of Marriage Better With These 3 Changes: Episode 385

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Everyone should have the appropriate expectation that things in life won't always be easy or go your way. This is the same in marriage. Having harder seasons of marriage is a part of the journey a cou...

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Is Your Heart Open or Closed to Your Partner? (and how to keep your heart open): Episode 384

Is Your Heart Open or Closed to Your Partner? (and how to keep your heart open): Episode 384

Set aside all the things you DO in your marriage and answer this question. Is your heart more open or closed to your partner? It is easy to get stuck in all of the tasks and responsibilities within a ...

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Q&A From Our Marriage WebClass: Navigating broken agreements, defensiveness, not honoring the pause, discussing unmet needs

Q&A From Our Marriage WebClass: Navigating broken agreements, defensiveness, not honoring the pause, discussing unmet needs

Last week was our LIVE Marriage Webclass on effective communication, de-escalating conflicts, and repairing after an argument. If you missed registering for that FREE event, you can still access the r...

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Why Emotion Comes Before Logic in Conversations With Your Spouse: Episode 382

Why Emotion Comes Before Logic in Conversations With Your Spouse: Episode 382

When you are not having the same type of conversation it is very easy to misunderstand each other. When there is misunderstanding it is easier to get frustrated and have the conversation escalate into...

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Emotional Intelligence is Required For Good Communication: Do You Have These 5 Skills Mastered? Episode 381

Emotional Intelligence is Required For Good Communication: Do You Have These 5 Skills Mastered? Episode 381

Raising one's emotional intelligence (EQ) is a critical factor in the long term satisfaction and maturity within a marriage. Without this, the depth of a couple's connection will be limited and small ...

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