Top 5 Marriage-Killing Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)
Many driven fathers fall into the trap: believing financial success equals a fulfilling family life. But what if your bank account is overflowing while your marriage is running on empty?
Become the best husband and leader you can: www.thedadedge.com/mastermind
Larry lived the dream–a high-powered career, a comfortable home, everything a provider could want. Yet, behind the facade of success, his marriage was crumbling. He was a stranger in his own house, his connection with his wife fading with each passing day.
The statistics are clear: emotional disconnection TAKES A TOLL.
And here’s what the research tells us about the power of emotional connection:
- Couples who engage in regular date nights are 14% less likely to divorce.
- Children who have emotionally available fathers display 25% fewer behavioral issues.
- Couples who prioritize emotional intimacy report a 70% increase in overall relationship satisfaction.
This episode exposes the myth that a bulging bank account equates to a loving, connected family. Larry provides actionable steps to prioritize emotional intimacy. He offers insights and guidance on cultivating a deeper, more fulfilling relationship with your spouse. He reminds us that connection, not possessions–is the true currency of love.
Larry’s Takeaways
- Presence over presents builds love.
- Invest emotionally deeply.
- Prevent marriage’s relational decay.
What You’ll Learn
0:00 – Introduction
0:24 – Sales Career & Marriage Issues
1:03 – Shallow Marriage Conversations
2:43 – Kids’ View on Financial Security
3:51 – Women’s Needs Beyond Finances
4:55 – 5 Lessons: Reconnecting with Family
6:25 – Being Present: Quality Family Time
8:12 – Emotional Marriage Covenant
10:26 – Family First: Balancing Work & Home
11:58 – Maintaining Emotional Intimacy
14:26 – Divorce Prevention: Warning Signs
Links
www.thedadedge.com/25questions
Leave an iTunes review.
Get a FREE book!
If you’re enjoying the show, leave us an itunes review. If your review is chosen as the iTunes Review-of-the Week, we’ll send you the free book of your choice!
What to do: send an email to [email protected] notifying us about your review, your mailing address, and your choice of a guest book from our Books Page!
Thanks for the support!
CLICK HERE TO LEAVE YOUR REVIEW.
Follow The Dad Edge
Don’t settle for a mediocre life.
Join over 700 men becoming their best selves
in The Dad Edge Alliance.
What did you think of the show?
What was your biggest take away?
Tag us when you share on social media!
#TheDadEdge
Twitter @gooddadprojct
Instagram @thedadedge
