Why does a husband say he’ll do something, but then not follow through?
Over time, that pattern leaves a wife feeling like she has to carry everything, manage everything, and constantly remind her husband to step up. Eventually, disappointment can turn into frustration, criticism, and control.
And on the other side, when a husband feels constantly criticized, corrected, or controlled, he may retreat even further, becoming more passive and taking less initiative. The more he steps back, the more she feels like she has to take over.
So how do you actually break the cycle? In this episode, we talk about the deeper healing that needs to happen underneath the behaviors for both husband and wife, and how each can begin taking responsibility for their part in creating a healthier marriage.
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