
Why Your Spouse May HATE Your Apology
From Young Black Married Christian by LaShaude and Dorianna James
February 3, 2026 · 19 min
About this episode
This episode discusses a 3-step apology system that can transform conflicts in marriage.
https://www.themarriagesecrets.com/ In this episode, you will learn the 3-step "apology system" that does more than just stop the fighting—it actually "disarms" your spouse and turns your biggest arguments into "bouquets of roses." If you’ve ever felt like your apologies don't get very far, you cannot afford to miss the advice at 7:25 regarding the one thing that matters more than words.… 0:00 – Introduction Welcome to the Young Black Married Christian podcast with Lashaud and Doriana James. 1:42 – Biblical Foundation for Reconciliation A look at Matthew 5:23 and why God prioritizes reconciliation over religious offerings. 2:44 – Tip 1: The Speed of Your Apology Why apologizing slowly is often rooted in pride and how "dead space" fuels arguments. 4:03 – Tip 2: Explaining the Impact The power of articulating your spouse’s feelings to disarm conflict. 5:04 – Real-Life Example: Sleep Deprivation and Irritability Lashaud and Doriana share a personal story about a recent disagreement and how they navigated it. 7:25 – Tip 3: The Plan for Changed Behavior Why the best apology is a strategy for change, referencing Ephesians 4:28 . 9:05 – Public vs. Private Apologies Why an apology should…
Topics covered
- apology
- reconciliation
- conflict resolution
- marriage advice
Keywords
- apology system
- biblical foundation
- changed behavior
- public apologies
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Young Black Married Christian, MBA
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