Is there a Place for Pride in Marriage? Ep. 724

Is there a Place for Pride in Marriage? Ep. 724

From Awesome Marriage Podcast by Dr. Kim Kimberling

April 21, 2026 · 19 min · Episode 724

About this episode

Dr. Kim Kimberling explores the role of pride in marriage and offers insights on managing it for healthier relationships.

We've all heard the proverb that pride comes before the fall—but is there a place for pride in our relationships at all? Today, Dr. Kim takes an honest look at pride in marriage: its roots, its power, and its ability to divide even the strongest relationships. You'll be encouraged to recognize where pride may be creeping in, what it's actually revealing about your own heart, and practical ways to get it under control. Dr. Kim also addresses how to love and set healthy boundaries with a spouse who is struggling with pride—without enabling, escalating conflict, or losing yourself in the process. Episode Highlights: Pride quietly erodes connection. Pride reveals what's happening in the heart. Healthy humility creates stronger, safer relationships. It's ok to name the unhealthy rhythms in your marriage. It's not ok to remain in them. Quotes from this Episode: Unchecked pride leads to chronic resentment. Many affairs and separations trace back to one thing. One spouse spends years feeling like they couldn't be heard, valued or respected. When we make a mistake pride tells us to minimize it or justify it. Healthy confidence says "I have value and so does my spouse." Pride says "I have…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Kim Kimberling

Topics covered

  • pride in marriage
  • relationships
  • healthy boundaries
  • humility
  • communication

Keywords

  • pride
  • marriage
  • relationships
  • humility
  • boundaries
  • communication
  • resentment

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