Accidentally Squashing Your Partner's Excitement (When You're on Two Different Wavelengths in a Conversation): Episode 422

Accidentally Squashing Your Partner's Excitement (When You're on Two Different Wavelengths in a Conversation): Episode 422

Have you ever shared an idea or dream with your spouse, something that genuinely excited you, only to have the energy immediately flattened by practicality or fear? In this episode, we're unpacking a dynamic that quietly drains energy and connection in many marriages: when one partner is in enthusiastic, imaginative energy and the other instantly shifts into logic and control mode. We'll explore why this happens, what it reveals emotionally for each partner, and how to respond in a way that keeps the energy between you alive instead of shutting it down.

In this episode you'll hear:

  • The hidden psychology behind why partners "squash" enthusiasm (even with good intentions)

  • How to frame a conversation for your partner from the start, so you're on the same wavelength

  • Practical shifts that help you stay connected and engaged, even when you see things differently

  • Why joining in the energy doesn't mean agreeing to every idea

  • How this dynamic slowly erodes emotional intimacy if you don't adjust

If you've ever felt misunderstood for your excitement, or struggled to stay open when your spouse starts dreaming big, this conversation will help you both feel seen and stay on the same wavelength.

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The last 2 years could have torn us apart and made us turn against each other. It felt like life was throwing everything at us at once, all while we had a newborn baby. In this episode, you'll hear: ...

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Who's to Blame? Determining Your Part in Marriage Issues: Episode 339

Who's to Blame? Determining Your Part in Marriage Issues: Episode 339

Who's to blame for your frustrating problems and patterns in your relationship? It's obviously your partner, right... they're the problem. No… blaming them doesn't get you anywhere, in fact it makes t...

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Navigating Power Struggles With Your Partner: Episode 338

Navigating Power Struggles With Your Partner: Episode 338

There are disagreements in your relationship, and then there are Power Struggles! These power struggles are more detrimental and have deeper rooted contributing factors. They keep you from being the b...

9 Apr 202432min

Issues With the In-Laws: Episode 337

Issues With the In-Laws: Episode 337

Your family is a source of support, love, and acceptance. Now there are certainly times that our perception of actions from family members make us forget those underlying intentions. Of course this ca...

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Communicate Better, De-escalate Conflicts, Repair Faster After Arguments: Episode 336

Communicate Better, De-escalate Conflicts, Repair Faster After Arguments: Episode 336

The basis of a strong marriage is how well you handle 3 "stages" of interactions. These 3 stages are before, during and after conflicts. The before stage is all about communication and being able to p...

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6 Keys to Become More Emotionally Intelligent Partners: Episode 335

6 Keys to Become More Emotionally Intelligent Partners: Episode 335

Emotional Intelligence (or lack thereof) can truthfully be a make it or break it factor for a marriage. It's a big part of what helps you be connected, navigate hardship and disagreements, and embrace...

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5 Foundations for a Strong Marriage: Episode 334

5 Foundations for a Strong Marriage: Episode 334

You can't build a strong marriage on a weak foundation. But do you know what the ingredients for a rock-solid foundation are? Well don't worry, we're covering that today and we're certain this will op...

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How Your Psychology Helps OR Hinders Your Marriage (Perception & Memory Bias): Episode 333

How Your Psychology Helps OR Hinders Your Marriage (Perception & Memory Bias): Episode 333

You don't often "think about your own psychology", life is just happening and you are responding. So when it comes to interactions with your partner, it's easy to defend yourself when your perspective...

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