E162 Six Ways Relational Skills Help Marriages Stay Strong

Relational Skills in Real Life

Relational Skills in Real Life
E162 Six Ways Relational Skills Help Marriages Stay Strong
Jul 27, 2026 Season 1 Episode 162
Chris Coursey

Most marriages don’t drift apart because of a major crisis, but because they lose their daily rhythm of connection.

In this episode, discover six practical ways relational skills help couples sustain joy, navigate conflict, and protect their marriage from emotional drifting. Tune in to discover how small, everyday interactions build lasting resilience, and stick around for a simple connection exercise you and your spouse can start practicing tonight.

πŸ”— The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages book: https://thrivetoday.org/4-habits-marriage

πŸ”— Our Marriage Course takes you and your spouse through The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages book over 6 sessions with videos from the authors and their wives: https://thrivetoday.thinkific.com/courses/marriage-for-couples

πŸ”— Download our free Emotions Wheel: https://thrivetoday.org/emotions

πŸ”— Explore our Habit Builder Courses: https://thrivetoday.thinkific.com/collections/skill-practice

πŸ”— See more marriage resources here: https://thrivetoday.org/marriage

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