Why You Can't Relax in Your Marriage

Why You Can't Relax in Your Marriage

July 2, 2026 · 33 min · Episode 217

About this episode

This episode explores the reasons why individuals may struggle to relax in their marriages and the underlying emotional dynamics at play.

217 Ever feel like you can never quite relax in your marriage—even when nothing is really wrong? Maybe a part of you feels like you have to manage the relationship all the time… or you're constantly noticing your partner's mood, his tone, how quickly he texts back, whether he seems distant, or whether the two of you still feel "okay." You aren't trying to overthink your relationship...but somehow, part of your mind is always checking and tracking if things are going a little south...

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