How To Avoid That Big Breakup or Divorce: The Relationship Warning Signs Most Couples Miss w/ Matthew Fray

How To Avoid That Big Breakup or Divorce: The Relationship Warning Signs Most Couples Miss w/ Matthew Fray

July 23, 2026 · 56 min

About this episode

Matthew Fray discusses the subtle signs of emotional neglect in relationships and how to become a more present partner.

Relationships rarely end because of one major event. More often, they slowly break down through small moments where one partner feels dismissed, unseen, or emotionally unsupported. Matthew Fray, relationship coach and author of This Is How Your Marriage Ends, joins Julie & Yue to unpack the lessons behind his viral article An Open Letter to Shtty Husbands*. He shares how emotional neglect quietly erodes connection, why these patterns often go unnoticed until it’s too late, and what it actually takes to become a more present, emotionally aware partner. In this episode, you’ll learn: - How emotional neglect quietly damages relationships - Why small dismissive moments matter more than people realize - The hidden warning signs relationships are struggling - How these patterns can begin long before marriage - Ways to become a more emotionally present partner To learn more about Matthew Fray, follow him @frayrelationships and visit matthewfray.com Want to feel more connected to your partner? Download Brick and get 10% off at https://www.getbrick.app/PORSHOW Our Sponsors: * Omaha Steaks: Try the Burger Perfection Flight at OmahaSteaks.com today. That’s 20 premium steak burgers for just…

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Hosts: Julie Krafchick, Yue Xu

Guest: Matthew Fray

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Books & works: This Is How Your Marriage Ends, An Open Letter to Shtty Husbands

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