The Little Things That Become Big Things: How Emotional Debt Builds

25/11/2025 20 min

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In this episode of Rich in Relationship, Rich Heller breaks down how the “little things” in a relationship—unwashed dishes, sharp comments, small irritations—stack up and push couples into emotional overdraft.If you’ve ever gone from zero to sixty over something that shouldn’t be a big deal, your emotional bank account might be running low. Rich explains how these moments accumulate, how emotional debt forms, and how couples get trapped in a cycle of blame, defensiveness, and resentment.You’ll hear:- Why small triggers feel massive- How emotional bankruptcy builds slowly- Why partners start viewing each other as “the problem”- What Brad and Gwen’s story shows about repairing emotional overdraft- The real antidote to resentment (and it’s not just love languages)- How to shift from destructive conflict to constructive connectionIf you’re ready to rebuild emotional wealth and restore safety, trust, and connection in your relationship, join our free community, The Bridge, where you’ll find tools to help you start repairing your emotional bank account today.Join The Bridge (FREE community): www.richinrelationship.com Subscribe for new weekly episodes of Rich in Relationship.#relationships #marriageadvice #relationshiptips #couplestherapy #emotionalhealth #communicationskills #relationshipcoach #marriagehelp #healthyrelationships #selfawareness #personaldevelopment