The Midlife Marriage

Episode 52: Why Traditional Marriage Advice Fails & What You Really Need.

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Are date nights, communication exercises, and scheduled intimacy leaving you feeling more disconnected than ever in your marriage? You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault.

In this episode, I uncover why traditional marriage advice often backfires for strong, high-achieving women. We’ll dive deep into the real reasons you’re pulling away and why strategies like love languages and “just talk it out” miss the mark.

Instead, I’ll show you what actually works to create lasting connection, starting with the one thing no one’s telling you: your nervous system is key.

💡 What you’ll learn:

  • Why traditional advice addresses symptoms, not root causes.
  • How stress and achievement patterns block vulnerability and love.
  • Practical steps to build nervous system safety and shift from forced to authentic intimacy.
  • Small daily actions that make a big difference in how you connect with your partner.

If you’re ready to stop checking boxes and start feeling seen, heard, and loved in your marriage, this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and start shifting patterns in your relationship today!

Resources Mentioned:

  • Free Body Awareness Guide
  • Connection Tracking Worksheet
  • Recommended Reading for Building Deep Emotional Connection




For women out there, who tried everything only to feel like you must be broken
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Right now I have two options:

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Thank you for listening to The Midlife Marriage!