Send a text Are you tired of the endless cycle of failed New Year's resolutions and frustrated by recurring conflicts in your marriage? In this episode, we explore why simply "white-knuckling" your way to change is destined to fail. Discover how persistent patterns, both in yourself and your spouse—from messy habits to communication breakdowns—are often survival mechanisms, not character flaws.  Learn how to shift from demanding change to cultivating curiosity, a practice that can transf...

Still Becoming One

Brad & Kate Aldrich

"Trying Harder" Is Sabotaging Your Marriage and Your Goals

FEB 4, 202640 MIN
Still Becoming One

"Trying Harder" Is Sabotaging Your Marriage and Your Goals

FEB 4, 202640 MIN

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Send a textAre you tired of the endless cycle of failed New Year's resolutions and frustrated by recurring conflicts in your marriage? In this episode, we explore why simply "white-knuckling" your way to change is destined to fail. Discover how persistent patterns, both in yourself and your spouse—from messy habits to communication breakdowns—are often survival mechanisms, not character flaws. Learn how to shift from demanding change to cultivating curiosity, a practice that can transform your relationship. We'll show you how to "invite the issue onto the porch" to foster genuine understanding, leading to deeper connection, improved intimacy, and lasting growth. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by a long list of things to fix, find out how focusing on the "why" behind a single issue can bring healing and victory to your personal life and your marriage.Brad's Freedom Journey SubstackStill Becoming OneFacebookInstagramAldrich Ministries