Should You Stay or Leave? How to Navigate a Marriage Crisis with Dr. Becky Whetstone

What really happens when a marriage begins to fall apart? In this episode, Dr. Becky Whetstone—author of I Think I Want Out—reveals the 5 predictable stages of a marriage crisis and how to know if you should stay, or move on with clarity.

Whether you’re unhappily married, newly separated, or years post-divorce, this conversation offers validation, strategy, and hope.

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways

• The 5 stages of marriage decline (and how to spot them)

• The roles of the “decider” vs. the “leaning in partner”

• Why calming your nervous system is step one in a crisis

• Practical tools for separation, co-parenting, and resilience

• • How self-care turns heartbreak into healing

  
  

  ⏱️ Episode Timestamps

  00:00 Intro
  04:03 Understanding Marriage Crisis
  07:31 The Five Stages of Marriage Deterioration
  14:05 Roles in Marriage Crisis: Decider vs. Leaning In Partner
  22:18 Understanding the Leaning In Partner's Instincts
  26:03 The Importance of Managed Separation
  29:51 Finding Strength in Self-Discovery
  35:14 Embracing Authenticity in Relationships
  40:50 Final Thoughts and Resources

  
  

  🌟 Resources & Links

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  Connect with Dr. Becky Whetstone:

  • Website: marriagecrisismanager.com

  • Instagram: @doctorbecky

  • Facebook: Relationship Crisis Manager

  • Book: I (Think) I Want Out

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