Ep. 233: The Scariest Part of Marriage Shutdown

Marriage shutdown can feel like one of the most painful and confusing places to be. You’re lonely, resentful, and unsure how to fix it, and even the good moments never seem to last. But there’s one specific part of marriage shutdown that truly scares me, and it’s something most couples don’t even realize is happening until it’s already taken hold.

In this episode, I’m breaking down what makes this stage of marriage so dangerous and what you can do to change it. I’ll share personal stories from my own marriage, the psychology behind why our brains look for someone to blame, and the key mindset shift that can help you and your spouse move from disconnection to teamwork again.

Tune in to discover:

• The hidden reason couples stay stuck in marriage shutdown

• Why focusing on your spouse’s flaws keeps you from healing the real issue

• How your brain’s “protective mechanism” can make things worse

• The dynamic I call the “shutdown spiral” and how to identify yours

• What to do instead to rebuild connection and start working as a team again

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