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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6 Pieces of Wisdom For an Even Better Marriage & Life Next Year: Episode 268

6 Pieces of Wisdom For an Even Better Marriage & Life Next Year: Episode 268

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Wanting Your Partner to Change VS Accepting Them as They Are: Episode 267

Wanting Your Partner to Change VS Accepting Them as They Are: Episode 267

It's likely that you have said one of these two things to your partner. "Why don't you just accept me for who I am" or "I really need you to change this _____". At some point in your relationship you ...

6 Dec 202234min

5 Reasons Marriage Feels Hard Sometimes and Positive Changes You Can Make: Episode 266

5 Reasons Marriage Feels Hard Sometimes and Positive Changes You Can Make: Episode 266

29 Nov 202229min

The Harm of Hijacking the Conversation to Air Out Your Own Frustrations: Episode 265

The Harm of Hijacking the Conversation to Air Out Your Own Frustrations: Episode 265

Have you never had that feeling of being perplexed and thrown off guard when you tried to bring something up to your partner? You might have had a recent upset, an event that you were frustrated by, o...

22 Nov 202213min

Why Marriages Become Bland and How to Keep it Feeling Fresh: Episode 264

Why Marriages Become Bland and How to Keep it Feeling Fresh: Episode 264

Food that is "bland" isn't bad or inedible, it just lacks any zest or real flavor. Marriage can take on a similar feeling too, it's not that anything is a major problem, but you are not feeling any re...

15 Nov 202218min

Answering 5 of the Best Marriage Questions We've Been Asked Lately: Episode 263

Answering 5 of the Best Marriage Questions We've Been Asked Lately: Episode 263

This is a bit of a celebration episode for us personally… Just in the past week this podcast broke into the Top 20 relationship podcasts on Apple, we went over 100,000 followers on Instagram, and we h...

8 Nov 202226min

"That wasn't my intention!" The Difference Between Arguing For Intent vs Understanding Impact: Episode 262

"That wasn't my intention!" The Difference Between Arguing For Intent vs Understanding Impact: Episode 262

Have you ever tried to validate your position during an argument by saying "Oh but that wasn't my intention"? Have you noticed how that doesn't help at all? At least in that moment, because it is not ...

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4 Differences We See Between Couples Who Struggle and Those Who Thrive: Episode 261

4 Differences We See Between Couples Who Struggle and Those Who Thrive: Episode 261

Though you, and every other couple, face different challenges in your life and marriage; why do some struggle and some thrive? Struggling doesn't mean that you are just facing a challenge, because eve...

25 Okt 202226min

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