Is Your Marriage Drifting? How to Recognize the Signs and Reconnect Ep. 669

Every relationship can be prone to drifting if we aren’t paying attention, and our marriage relationship is no exception. In this episode Dr. Kim and Lindsay talk about how easy it is to begin prioritizing good things over the best things, and how those small compromises lead to big disconnect in marriage.  This episode will help you recognize the signs of drift and begin to fight back against it!

Key Takeaways:

  • Recognizing the signs of drifting is crucial for couples.

  • Prioritizing time together is essential to prevent drifting.

  • Good things can distract from nurturing the marriage.

  • Drifting can happen gradually without realization.

  • Non-sexual physical touch can enhance emotional intimacy.a

  • It's important to address issues early before they become entrenched patterns.

  • Counseling can be a valuable resource for couples struggling to reconnect.

  • Intentionality in daily interactions can prevent drifting.

Questions to Discuss: 

Is your marriage reflected on your calendar?

When’s the last time you encouraged your spouse with your words?

Do you feel pressure to say yes to things outside of your marriage that in turn forces you to say no to things that would grow your marriage?

Are you protecting your energy so that you make the most of the time with your spouse?

What’s one thing you can do today to show your spouse you’re pursuing your marriage?

Quotes:

“You drift without even realizing it.”

“Sometimes good things get in the way of the most important things”

“If you’re drifting away you’re more vulnerable to sin.”

“You have to choose the best over the good.”

“In our culture, life gets in the way and we don’t even think about it.”

“I’ve always got to know that Nancy is a gift, and I have to embrace that gift, and treat her like a gift every day.”

“Drifting happens gradually.”

“You can do something!”

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