Is marriage hard, or do we sometimes make it harder than it has to be? In this episode of Majorly Married, Michael and Eden unpack the popular phrase “marriage is hard” and explore what people really mean when they say it. You will hear about normal hard seasons, the pressure of life transitions, and the mindset shifts that help you navigate conflict and disappointment as a team instead of as enemies. We talk about the difference between real commitment and unhealthy martyrdom, when you may need to “suck it up and remember your vows,” and when that message becomes toxic and you actually need help, support, or even professional counseling. If you are wondering whether marriage is supposed to feel this difficult, or you want honest marriage advice that validates struggle without glorifying misery, this conversation will give you language, categories, and encouragement for the hard times in marriage while reminding you that a good marriage is not meant to feel impossible.