Connection in Marriages with Linda and Robert Ep. 356
What if the biggest problem in your marriage isn't communication—but connection? In this episode of the Rock Solid Families Podcast, Linda Hutchinson and Robert Reese go deeper than communication techniques and explore a question every spouse needs to consider: “Are you there for me?” Using the ARE framework—Accessible, Responsive, and Engaged—Linda and Robert talk about what it looks like to create emotional safety, connection, and oneness in marriage. They discuss why knowing the right communication skills isn't always enough, how shutting down and withdrawing can create even more disconnection, why empathy needs to come before fixing, and how to replace criticism with the language of longing. You'll also hear practical examples for putting these ideas into action—from putting down your phone and giving your spouse your attention to staying engaged when conversations become difficult. Most importantly, Linda and Robert connect the conversation back to God's design for relationships and the biblical call to love, forgive, draw near, and “weep with those who weep.” If you've ever felt lonely while sitting right next to your spouse, this conversation is for you. Also, the A.R.E. questionnaire that was referenced is linked below. This is a great exercise for couples to discern where they are with their ability to emotionally connect. You can use this as a conversation starter as well: https://www.closercouples.com/PDF/A.R.E.%20Quiz%20(Susan%20Johnson).pdf If you want to learn more about Rock Solid Families, then go check out their website: https://www.rocksolidfamilies.org/ Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies, #familytherapy, #marriagecounseling, #parenting, #faithbasedcounseling, #counseling, #Strongdads, #coaching, #lifecoach, #lifecoaching, #marriagecoaching, #marriageandfamily, #control, #security, #respect, #affection, #love, #purpose, #faith, #affairs, #infidelity
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