Exploring Better Communication and Unmet Expectations in Marriage EPS 3

18/08/2025 49 min Temporada 1 Episodio 3

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FREE Marriage Scorecard https://stan.store/actuallyilikemyspouse Welcome back to 'Actually, I Like My Spouse!' In this episode, Michael and Kreasha Webley dive deep into the foundation of a great marriage and whether marriage lives up to the hype. We discuss the importance of fun, faith, and friendship in a relationship, share personal stories from our journey, and offer tips on handling unmet expectations within a marriage. We also explore the concept of invisible labor, the significance of communication, and the need for setting realistic expectations. Plus, don't miss out on our 'Actually I Like My Spouse Weekly Scorecard' to help you and your partner improve your relationship. Join us for an insightful and candid conversation on love, marriage, and everything in between!00:00 Welcome Back to 'I Like My Spouse'00:44 Launching Our Podcast: Reflections and Feelings03:49 Does Marriage Live Up to the Hype?09:12 Expectations vs. Reality in Marriage22:27 The Role of Faith and Friendship in Marriage25:38 Understanding Contempt in Relationships26:40 Unspoken Expectations and Communication27:19 Using 'I' Statements to Improve Communication28:54 Silent Score Keeping in Relationships30:27 Addressing Unmet Expectations Around Intimacy31:12 The Importance of Setting the Stage for Conversations35:39 Unacknowledged Invisible Labor38:57 The Role of Communication in Managing Expectations43:02 Baseline Expectations in Partnerships47:19 Weekly Scorecard Challenge#marraigecouple #marriageadvice #communicationinmarriage #silenttreatment #communicationskills