Rich in Relationship

Unspoken Expectations and Silent Contracts


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Many partnership conflicts don’t come from broken promises — they come from promises that were never spoken. Expectations form quietly, agreements stay implicit, and resentment builds without either partner fully understanding why.In this episode of Rich in Relationship, we explore how unspoken expectations and silent contracts sabotage marriages, family partnerships, and couples who work together. Through the story of Brad and Gwen, we show how differences in awareness, leadership style, and emotional attunement can turn into invisible obligations that no one consciously agreed to.You’ll learn how silent contracts form, why high-functioning couples are especially vulnerable to them, and how gendered assumptions about responsibility often intensify disappointment. Most importantly, this episode offers a clear path toward making the invisible visible — turning assumptions into agreements, honoring differences without erasing them, and rebuilding trust through clarity.If you’ve ever felt disappointed without knowing exactly why, or frustrated by expectations you didn’t realize you were carrying, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening — and how to change it.👉 Join our free community for more tools and tips on building stronger, more connected relationships.https://richinrelationship.com/free-community/#MarriageStress #HusbandAndWife #RelationshipCoaching #MarriageGrowth #HealthyCommunication #RichInRelationship

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