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Kids & Family:Parenting
In this episode, Greg and Rachel Denning answer this question:
"Wondering if you have advice for someone who has been trying to pour everything into life/marriage to make it extraordinary but the spouse is not showing up and 'being the man' as Greg has defined. If they try, they relapse or it seems like the bare minimum is done. It has been years of this and it feels like it’s holding us back from an extraordinary life. Wondering your thoughts on handling situations like that when it feels like you have tried everything and given it time."
The truth is an extraordinary marriage requires work. But Greg and Rachel Denning tackle the all too common dilemma: what to do when one spouse is giving their all to make their marriage extraordinary, but the other isn't stepping up.
They delve into the essence of a thriving marriage, emphasizing the power of daily choices and the need for 'extraordinary' effort (and why 'good' is not good enough).
Greg and Rachel stress the importance of utilizing the right tools (in the right way) even if you've 'tried everything' -- and persisting through challenges.
They explain the issue of 'collusion' and destructive, self-sabotaging patterns in relationships and explain how to break free from them.
Rachel highlights the significance of personal accountability and understanding the differences between men and women -- men need respect and women need to feel cherished -- for fostering a healthy partnership.
They urge spouses to 'bring the tide' and become agents of change in their relationships through self-improvement, emphasizing the effect 'bringing the tide' can have on spouses.
Offering practical advice, the Dennings present a roadmap for enhancing marriages even if you're the 'only one' -- with a warning against heeding misguided counsel (like Ruby Franke).
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#26 What to do when life gets hard
#25 The 3 Non-negotiable Elements of an Awesome Sauce Life
#24 Making The Most of Yourself
#23 Every good thing in your life will come from this one commitment!
#22 Living Your Legend
#21 Never treat people this way, especially when you’re in a leadership position!
#20 How to remove judgment, racism, prejudice and enmity from your life.
#19 Cultivating the Courage to Pursue Your Goals and Dreams
#18 Your moral obligation to become your best self
#17 So there I was—Crazy stories and important lessons
#16 Will You Be a Part of This Problem, Or Its Solution?!
#15 Choose your love and love your choice
#14 How to Feel Joyful and Happy Most of The Time
#13 Forgiveness is for you, not for them.
#12 Broken Bones, shootings, and obesity. Life lessons from strange stories.
#11 You Have The Power To Choose How You Do Life
#10 The Common Denominators Of Disaster
#9 Creating Your Extraordinary Life Plan
#8 Incredible Stories and Reality Checks That We All Need
#6 Life Lessons From Really Bad Decisions
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