Episode 315: Why You Keep Having the Same Argument in Your Marriage: Fixing Things vs. Transforming Them

Episode 315: Why You Keep Having the Same Argument in Your Marriage: Fixing Things vs. Transforming Them

March 17, 2026 · 36 min

About this episode

The episode explores the difference between fixing problems and transforming relationships in marriage.

Today we are diving in to the difference between fixing your problems and transforming your marriage. Most couples believe the problem they’re facing… is the problem. The argument. The disagreement. The thing that keeps coming up again and again. But what if that’s not actually what’s keeping you stuck? In this episode, we move beneath the surface of conflict and into the dynamic that shapes how you show up with each other. Because when you can see that clearly… you’re no longer just trying to fix what’s happening. You’re able to change it. Inside this episode, we: Distinguish between surface-level issues and the deeper relational dynamic Explore how emotional meaning drives conflict more than the topic itself Break down the protective responses that keep couples in the same cycle Introduce a simple, powerful framework to help you shift the pattern in real time This is the difference between working on your problems… and transforming your marriage. If you’re realizing that the issue in your marriage may not actually be the issue… and you’re ready to understand the deeper dynamic shaping your relationship, this is the kind of work I help my clients do every day. Through coaching…

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