The First Sign Your Marriage Is Falling Apart

The First Sign Your Marriage Is Falling Apart

From Married Game Podcast by Keith Yackey

June 2, 2026 · 14 min

About this episode

Keith Yackey discusses the early signs of a failing marriage and the emotional factors that contribute to intimacy issues.

Most men don’t see the warning signs until it’s too late. In this Q&A episode, Keith breaks down the first indicators that a marriage is heading in the wrong direction, why emotional disconnection often shows up before bigger problems, and the subtle signs your wife may be pulling away. He also shares the painful lessons he learned when his own marriage was on the brink—and how being defensive can keep men blind to what’s really happening. Plus, Keith tackles a question many couples struggle with: Why does sex become awkward in marriage? From emotional connection and attraction to leadership, confidence, and mindset, he unpacks the real reasons intimacy can start to fade—and what you can do about it. If you've ever felt like something is off in your marriage but couldn't quite put your finger on it, this episode is for you. In this episode: • The first sign your marriage may be falling apart • Why women withdraw emotionally and physically • The danger of defensiveness in relationships • How emotional neglect impacts attraction • Why sex becomes awkward in marriage • The connection between leadership and intimacy • Keith’s personal story of nearly losing his marriage • Small…

People in this episode

Host: Keith Yackey

Topics covered

  • marriage warning signs
  • emotional disconnection
  • intimacy issues
  • defensiveness in relationships
  • leadership and attraction
  • personal marriage story

Keywords

  • marriage
  • warning signs
  • emotional neglect
  • intimacy
  • defensiveness
  • sex in marriage
  • leadership
  • personal story

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