Blended Family Breakthrough

119. 6 Tips to Grow Empathy and Create More Connection in Your Marriage


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There are two things most of us want in our marriage:  to be heard and to be understood.

Even when we're struggling with disagreement or in a season of tension, if we know we're being heard and understood, we can move beyond just about anything.

In a word, we all need empathy from our partner.

But you can't force your spouse to have empathy for you.  You only have the capacity to have empathy for them (which can positively impact just about everything).  And there are most likely a few barriers that will stand in your way.

In this episode, we're revealing 3 barriers that rob you of being more empathetic and 6 powerful tips to growing your empathy.

Once you learn how to practice more empathy for your partner, you'll discover a new level of intimacy and unity that you may have never experienced before.

You'll Discover:

  • The benefits of true empathy — especially for blended family couples
  • 3 common barriers to responding with empathy in marriage
  • 6 practical and powerful tips to growing your empathy
  • How to avoid leaving your spouse feeling unheard, misunderstood or alone

Resources from this Episode:

  • The Power of Empathy video from Brene Brown
  • Episode 98:  Is Fear of Being Vulnerable Keeping You From Loving Your Spouse Wholeheartedly?
  •  Episode 36:  How To Change Your "Stories" and Grow Connection
  •  Episode  5:  How to Get Over the Hurts and Triggers from Your Past
  • Episode 108:  3 Unity Breakers that are Detrimental to Your Connection - and How You Can Avoid Them
  • Schedule your FREE coaching call today.  Just CLICK HERE

Ready for some extra support?

We all need some extra support along the blending journey — we're here to help.  You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence and connection in your home.  Schedule your free call here:  https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession

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