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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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#83 Pursuing Your Potential
#82 BEWARE These Pirates & Hijackers That Rob You of Focus, Freedom, & Joy
#81 An extraordinary marriage is a matter of choice, not chance
#80 The BEST Thing You Can Do For Those You Love
#79 The Truth is... You’re Afraid
#78 Putting Family First ... For Real
#77 The ‘I Don’t Know’ Syndrome
#76 Are You Actually Doing What MUST Be Done?
#75 How to Get Into The BEST Health of Your Life And Stay There
#74 Seven People You Need To Have In Your Life
#73 Living With The Power of Gratitude
#72 How to Deal With Hurtful Words and Difficult Interactions
#71 Never Settle For Less Than Your Best
#70 How to Build or Rebuild Trust
#69 How To Start Your Days With Power
#68 Ambition and Balance
#67 How to Effectively Process Grief And Pain
#66 Living Your Dream Life Comes Down to a Specific Ability
#65 Little Vices, Massive Consequences
#64 Transform Insecurities Into Strengths
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