The Empowered Wife Podcast: Marriage Help with Laura Doyle

Sometimes your marriage looks bleak. You wish it were the way you imagined when you said your vows, but you didn't imagine having cold wars, without speaking for days. When his latest hurtful words and neglect are still stinging, you can feel like a sucker for falling for a man who isn't who you thought he was. But that doesn't mean you have to either be miserable-ever-after or get divorced. On today's episode of The Empowered Wife Podcast we're talking about the one thing you need to fix your marriage.

My guest Dawn and her husband had been to four marriage counselors, but still they were so angry with each other that they would yell and fight so much that one counselor wouldn't even see them at the same time. Her husband frequently slept on the couch but she was shocked when he roared at her that he wanted a divorce. But today her husband takes her on dates, kisses her good-bye, pats her butt, and even bought her a fabulous convertible. There are no more nights on the sofa and their sex life is ridiculously steamy! She's going to tell us how she turned it all around.

The Worst Relationship Advice of the Week perpetuates a myth that is often repeated by women who are just about to get divorced.

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Here's what you'll get:

• 6 SIMPLE steps to bring back playfulness, passion, and connection to your marriage.

• The 3 COMMON mistakes wives make when trying to fix things (and how to avoid them!).

• A clear, actionable plan to create the joyful, loving marriage you deserve.

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When your husband lets you down again and again, it's discouraging. You don't want to feel so resentful, but how can you help it when you can't count on him to do what you know would make things so much better for your marriage. What if it's been years that you've felt resentful toward him? How are you going to just wash that away? On today's episode of The Empowered Wife Podcast we're talking about how to stop resenting your husband in 3 simple steps.

My guest AnneMarie resented that her husband could dip in and out of home life while she was left with all the responsibility of it falling apart if she didn't manage it. They were so disconnected they only communicated about practical things. She told him very seriously that they should split up. But instead, she made some changes that resulted in her husband delighting in making her happy and wanting to talk to her again. Today her marriage is supportive, fun, warm, peaceful. She's going to describe the steps she took to transform her marriage for the better so you can do the same thing.

The Worst Relationship Advice of the Week suggests that you solve problems together but ends up backfiring more often than not.

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Here's what you'll get:

• 6 SIMPLE steps to bring back playfulness, passion, and connection to your marriage.

• The 3 COMMON mistakes wives make when trying to fix things (and how to avoid them!).

• A clear, actionable plan to create the joyful, loving marriage you deserve.

Don't wait—your playful, passionate marriage is just one click away.

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Ending your marriage is a huge decision, and if it's a question you're considering, it's probably weighed heavily on you for a long time. And that's very tiring. Nobody considers divorce unless they're really hurting and hopeless that things will ever get better. You'd like answers. What's the best path? Which choice will make you happier in the long run? On today's episode of The Empowered Wife Podcast we're talking about 3 questions to ask before you divorce.

My guest Lucia was tired of being lonely when her husband came home late and drunk so many nights, but she knew something really had to change when she found a flirty note from another woman in her husband's pants pockets when she was 8 months pregnant. Today, her husband comes home to his wife early and sober. They laugh and chat easily every day and spend a lot of time cuddling. What happened? She's going to describe exactly what she did to get a much better response from her husband, so you can do it too.

The Worst Relationship Advice of the Week points to a popular myth that's believed to be true all too often.

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Here's what you'll get:

• 6 SIMPLE steps to bring back playfulness, passion, and connection to your marriage.

• The 3 COMMON mistakes wives make when trying to fix things (and how to avoid them!).

• A clear, actionable plan to create the joyful, loving marriage you deserve.

Don't wait—your playful, passionate marriage is just one click away.

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When your man is making bad decisions, it drags you down. It's like he's broken, and since your fates are tied together by matrimony, that's a lot of weight you're pulling when your hands are already full. You probably think there isn't anything you can do, right? On today's episode of The Empowered Wife Podcast we're talking about 3 secrets for fixing your husband.

My guest Janice had been married almost 30 years and the spark was diminishing. The kids had flown the nest. As they were getting older, she was afraid she was less attractive to her husband. He didn't even want to plan a weekend trip with her. But today she knows she's attractive to her husband that he is planning adventures for the two of them all over the globe, just to make her happy. She's going to describe the steps she took to change her husband without his conscious effort.

The Worst Relationship Advice of the Week just might be the worst advice of the entire year!

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Here's what you'll get:

• 6 SIMPLE steps to bring back playfulness, passion, and connection to your marriage.

• The 3 COMMON mistakes wives make when trying to fix things (and how to avoid them!).

• A clear, actionable plan to create the joyful, loving marriage you deserve.

Don't wait—your playful, passionate marriage is just one click away.

Get started now: lauradoyle.org/roadmap

When you're fighting, bickering and snapping at each other, you just want it to stop. You want him to understand where you're coming from and make him realize that it's ridiculous to keep arguing. Most of all, you want a peaceful house. But how? On today's episode of The Empowered Wife Podcast we're talking about 3 ways to resolve conflicts quickly.

My guest Clara didn't feel loved or appreciated at home. Her husband was cold, sharp and distant. She was so frustrated that he had plenty of time for gaming, but none for chores. She tried using The 6 Intimacy Skills, but found they didn't work on her husband! Finally she had an "a-ha!" moment, and now her marriage is sweet and tender, and her man helps with everything in the house! He initiates conversations as he knows she loves to talk, and he appreciates her for everything she does. She's going to share what she realized and how she changed everything in her marriage for the better.

The Worst Relationship Advice of the Week encourages you to find evidence that your marriage is doomed.

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Here's what you'll get:

• 6 SIMPLE steps to bring back playfulness, passion, and connection to your marriage.

• The 3 COMMON mistakes wives make when trying to fix things (and how to avoid them!).

• A clear, actionable plan to create the joyful, loving marriage you deserve.

Don't wait—your playful, passionate marriage is just one click away.

Get started now: lauradoyle.org/roadmap

When you're falling in love, it's like you're temporarily insane, but over time you may lose sight of whatever it was you saw in your man. You wish you could admire your husband and feel excited about your relationship. But how can you if you're feeling repulsed? On today's episode of The Empowered Wife Podcast we're talking about 2 steps to bring back the sizzle even if you're not feeling it.

Almost every conversation my guest Erika had with her husband was an argument that included threats, name-calling, swearing and even occasional physical altercations. They separated. But today, he has moved back and they are happier together than they've ever been. They laugh together and she gets huge hugs from her man. She's going to describe exactly what she did to save her marriage and make it terrific, along with her best tip for wives who want to fix their marriages too.

The Worst Relationship Advice of the Week can quickly create drama out of a friendly situation.

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Here's what you'll get:

• 6 SIMPLE steps to bring back playfulness, passion, and connection to your marriage.

• The 3 COMMON mistakes wives make when trying to fix things (and how to avoid them!).

• A clear, actionable plan to create the joyful, loving marriage you deserve.

Don't wait—your playful, passionate marriage is just one click away.

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If your man says things that are subtly insulting and hurtful but then acts like you're the one who is overreacting, it can be crazy making. At times you wonder how you can ever win when he mopes around and won't say what's wrong. If all you're getting is the silent treatment, how do you respond to that? On today's episode of The Empowered Wife Podcast we're talking about 3 ways to solve a passive aggressive husband problem.

My guest Lucy often joked that her husband was like one of her kids or one of her social work clients. She couldn't trust him to be a responsible adult or parent because before he became a stepdad to her kids, he had abused opiates and moved into his mom's basement. But Lucy worried that she was going to ruin her second marriage, so she did something completely different from anything she'd been doing before. Today, her relationship is peaceful, with lots of laughter and she feels desired. Also, she never worries about money. She's going to share her best secrets for keeping the same man but getting a much better husband.

The Worst Relationship Advice of the Week suggests that you can fix being unhappy with one unique strategy.

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Here's what you'll get:

• 6 SIMPLE steps to bring back playfulness, passion, and connection to your marriage.

• The 3 COMMON mistakes wives make when trying to fix things (and how to avoid them!).

• A clear, actionable plan to create the joyful, loving marriage you deserve.

Don't wait—your playful, passionate marriage is just one click away.

Get started now: lauradoyle.org/roadmap

If your husband criticizes you, it hurts. You're doing so much, yet somehow it's not enough. No matter how hard you try, your parenting, your housekeeping, or your work just don't measure up–or so he would have you think. How can you fix your marriage when you're in this lonely place? On today's episode of The Empowered Wife Podcast we're talking about how to deal with disrespect in marriage.

One year into their 18-year marriage, my guest Gabi already wanted a divorce. Her husband was always cranky and blamed her for being a bad parent of their five kids even though he was the one abusing alcohol. He lied, he flirted with female co-workers, he didn't get along with her family, and made her feel like she wanted to die. But today her marriage is exactly what she dreamed about, and she has no doubt that her husband loves her and wants to be her hero. She's going to share her secrets for creating your own loving story even if your relationship seems hopeless.

The Worst Relationship Advice of the Week seems to promote honesty but actually encourages you to be critical of your husband.

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Here's what you'll get:

• 6 SIMPLE steps to bring back playfulness, passion, and connection to your marriage.

• The 3 COMMON mistakes wives make when trying to fix things (and how to avoid them!).

• A clear, actionable plan to create the joyful, loving marriage you deserve.

Don't wait—your playful, passionate marriage is just one click away.

Get started now: lauradoyle.org/roadmap

When you work with your spouse, it can be too much togetherness. Plus, if you don't see things the same way, it often creates tension both at work and at home. How can you revitalize your marriage while improving your bottom line? On today's episode of The Empowered Wife Podcast we're talking about 3 secrets to succeeding in business and love with the same person.

My guest Deb was giving and doing so much to get her husband's appreciation, but he was the grumpiest man ever and ignored her as much as he could get away with. She suspected he was a dry drunk, but she encouraged him to drink beer anyway so he would at least talk to her. When his son slapped her across the face, and he didn't lift a finger to defend her, she brought up divorce, and insisted they go to counseling. But just two weeks in, the counselor happily declared they no longer needed counseling! Today she says her marriage is fantastic and she feels like the passenger while her husband is the chauffeur. She's going to describe exactly how she changed it for the better.

The Worst Relationship Advice of the Week creates problems in your relationship where there were none.

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Here's what you'll get:

• 6 SIMPLE steps to bring back playfulness, passion, and connection to your marriage.

• The 3 COMMON mistakes wives make when trying to fix things (and how to avoid them!).

• A clear, actionable plan to create the joyful, loving marriage you deserve.

Don't wait—your playful, passionate marriage is just one click away.

Get started now: lauradoyle.org/roadmap

Being constantly disappointed in your marriage can wear you down and make you hopeless about the future. But what if you didn't have to just suck it up and continue to hurt endlessly? On today's episode of The Empowered Wife Podcast we're talking about 5 ways to inspire him to be a better man.

My guest Rachel's husband checked every box for Narcissistic Personality Disorder which she knew meant he would NEVER change his selfish ways. Their weekly marriage counseling sessions were ugly fights, so she got a divorce attorney and started making plans to leave him. But instead she went on a getaway that changed her life. Today she says her husband loves, honors and respects her and they have an amazing life together. Same husband! She's going to tell us how she did this.

The Worst Relationship Advice of the Week is so ridiculous that it's had my husband John and I laughing non-stop.

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Here's what you'll get:

• 6 SIMPLE steps to bring back playfulness, passion, and connection to your marriage.

• The 3 COMMON mistakes wives make when trying to fix things (and how to avoid them!).

• A clear, actionable plan to create the joyful, loving marriage you deserve.

Don't wait—your playful, passionate marriage is just one click away.

Get started now: lauradoyle.org/roadmap