The 5 Communication Types Every Couple Needs to Know | Guest Jason VanRuler
From Marriage on the Daily by Julie B.
April 28, 2026 · 35 min · Season 1 · Episode 15
About this episode
Julie B. and guest Jason VanRuler discuss the five communication types that can enhance marital connections.
What if the real issue in your marriage isn’t communication… but how you communicate? On this episode of Marriage on the Daily, Julie B. sits down with therapist, speaker, and author Jason VanRuler to unpack the heart behind his new book Discovering Your Communication Type: The Five Paths to Deeper Connection and Stronger Relationships. Together, they dive into why so many couples say “we just can’t communicate” — and what that actually means. Jason introduces the five communication types (Peacemaker, Advocate, Thinker, Harbor, and Spark) and explains how understanding your “why” behind communication can transform the way you connect with your spouse. You’ll learn practical tools for navigating conflict, expressing needs clearly, setting healthy boundaries, and moving toward deeper emotional connection — even when you and your spouse communicate very differently. Whether you feel stuck in the same conversations or just want to strengthen your connection, this episode offers clarity, encouragement, and actionable steps to help you communicate with purpose and love.
People in this episode
Host: Julie B.
Guest: Jason VanRuler
Topics covered
- communication types
- marriage
- conflict resolution
- emotional connection
- relationship advice
Keywords
- communication
- marriage
- relationship
- conflict
- emotional connection
- communication types
- boundaries
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Discovering Your Communication Type: The Five Paths to Deeper Connection and Stronger Relationships
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