When Your Spouse Stops Trying… Do You Stay or Leave

When Your Spouse Stops Trying… Do You Stay or Leave

From 2 Be Better by Chris Burkett

May 22, 2026 · 1h 29m

About this episode

This episode explores the challenges of a disengaged spouse and offers raw relationship advice.

This episode of 2 Be Better dives into raw, unfiltered relationship advice as Chris and Peaches break down real listener submissions in their new Friday series, “You Asked For It.” From emotional disconnection and communication breakdowns to financial stress, parenting struggles, and intimacy issues, this video explores what happens when one partner checks out of the relationship entirely. If you’re dealing with a disengaged spouse, feeling unseen in your marriage, or questioning whether to stay or walk away, this episode gives you blunt truth and perspective without sugarcoating. Expect real talk about accountability, relationship dynamics, emotional neglect, and the difference between love and tolerance. Chris and Peaches challenge victim mentality, call out unhealthy patterns, and push for ownership, clarity, and decisive action. Whether you're navigating a struggling marriage, dealing with a partner who won’t step up, or trying to understand your role in a toxic cycle, this conversation will force you to reflect, confront reality, and decide what you're willing to accept in your life and relationships. Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and…

People in this episode

Host: Chris Burkett

Guest: Peaches

Topics covered

  • relationship advice
  • emotional disconnection
  • communication breakdowns
  • financial stress
  • parenting struggles
  • intimacy issues
  • accountability

Keywords

  • relationship dynamics
  • emotional neglect
  • victim mentality
  • toxic cycle
  • decisive action

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