In this episode, we zoom out and look at the stuck stage of marriage—what it really is, why so many couples end up here, and the different ways partners try to cope when forward movement feels impossible.

You’ll hear why “sweeping things under the rug,” trying harder in the same ways, or emotionally checking out can all keep couples locked in place—especially when you and your partner cope very differently. One of you may want to talk it through. The other may want space. And instead of helping, those differences can deepen the distance.

More importantly, we’ll talk about what actually helps couples move forward in a healthy, grounded way—without blame, pressure, or forcing change.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What being “stuck” in a marriage really means (and why it’s more common than you think)
• The hidden impact of different coping styles when both partners feel frustrated or disconnected
• Why progress doesn’t start with fixing problems—but with stabilizing the foundation
• How clarity about what you want moving forward changes everything
• How addressing root issues (unmet emotional needs, negative stories, quiet resentment) opens the door to real collaboration
• What it looks like to approach your marriage as a team again

This conversation is for couples who haven’t given up—but know they can’t keep doing things the same way and expect different results.

If you’re ready to stop spinning in place and start moving forward with intention, compassion, and clarity, this episode is for you.

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