Relationship Radio: Marriage, Sex, Limerence & Avoiding Divorce

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How to End My Affair Mar 02, 2022

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We at Marriage Helper get a lot of questions about marriage, particularly marriages that are having problems. And people know that one thing we do is that we help people get past extramarital affairs. And as a matter of fact, I have a pretty good record of helping people to do that. And so, a lot of the questions that we get are from the spouse that's been cheated on.
But, understand that we do get a great number of questions from the spouse who had the affair. Is there different information for that spouse, the one who had the affair, but now wants to put the marriage back together? Well, actually, to some degree, there is. What would it be? We share more in this season 3 opener of Relationship Radio.
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Stages Of Limerence: Stage 3 Feb 23, 2022

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While limerence has three very distinct stages, the lines between them can be somewhat blurred. Stage one creates an infatuation with your new limerent object, while stage two crystallizes the feelings you have for each other. Stage three is called deterioration because the infatuation can start to wear off, and you can finally see the flaws.

Stage three of limerence can often lead to regret and remorse for the relationship. But does this mean that your significant other will come running back to you? Can your relationship be healed? Dr. Joe Beam and Kimberly Beam Holmes talk about how limerence ends and give advice on the best way to get through it on this episode of Relationship Radio.

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Stages Of Limerence: Stage 2 Feb 16, 2022

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While stage one of limerence is about infatuation, stage two is about crystallizing those feelings and knowing that the other person feels the same way you do. The highs and lows continue to an extent, but the feelings turn more toward vilifying their current significant other and pushing them away.

Stage two of limerence is when most spouses discover that the affair is taking place. This can be a confusing and challenging time that puts them through an emotional roller coaster of their own. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel, even if you can’t currently see it. Dr. Joe Beam and Kimberly Beam Holmes will discuss the signs to look for and the underlying principles that can help you get through this phase in this episode of Relationship Radio.

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Stages of Limerence: Stage 1 Feb 09, 2022

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When people talk about falling madly in love, they’re describing what we in the social sciences call limerence. There are three distinct stages of limerence. We’ll be going through them all, but we’re starting with stage one of limerence on this episode of Relationship Radio.

Stage one of limerence is an infatuation, a longing for your emotional connection to be reciprocated. What was once a close friendship can quickly evolve into something much more and supplants your spouse for emotional and even sexual needs. Join Dr. Joe Beam and Kimberly Beam Holmes as they take you through some of the signs to look for to determine if your spouse is in limerence and how to handle what comes next.

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When Should I File For Divorce? Feb 02, 2022

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You’ve worked hard at trying to save your marriage, but that doesn’t always make it work. So how do you decide if it’s time to file for divorce?

Everyone’s tolerance for pain is different, and understanding how much pain you can stand is an important part of deciding on divorce. Using the P.I.E.S. method that we teach at Marriage Helper can guide you to knowing your threshold.

It’s important to ask questions like, is it hurting the kids? Am I hurting myself or my partner? Take time to understand your feelings, and don’t make a snap judgment based on a single event.

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Should I Drag Out My Divorce To Save My Marriage? Jan 26, 2022

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Can taking your time getting a divorce actually help save your marriage? If your partner is in limerence, the state of being “madly in love” with someone new, waiting out the newness of that relationship could help.

There are ways to do this without becoming someone mean or evil in your partner's eyes. The key takeaways, in this case, are to be firm but fair and don’t let them walk all over you. Your lawyer is trained to handle these situations if your spouse gets agitated in the short term, so listen to their advice.
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Why People File for Divorce Jan 19, 2022

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Watch this video if you are going through a divorce and want to save your marriage.

People file for divorce for numerous reasons. They lose compatibility with their partner; there is a lack of intimacy, or they no longer feel liked, loved, or understood by their partner. People don’t leave what they have unless they believe what they’re going is better. This is the underlying motive for separation and the real reason why people file for divorce.

Your spouse believes being out of the marriage is better than being in it. That’s something to keep in mind, especially if your spouse wants a divorce and you don’t know what to do. There are many benefits to marriage.

According to research at Marriage Helper, married couples live longer, have better financial stability, better mental health, and live happier lives together than divorced couples. Of course, there are exceptions to this claim, like being married to someone abusive or dependent on drugs, but overall, marriage has its benefits, and marriage is worth it. Learn more about why people file for divorce and apply these tips to save your marriage.

In this video, we cover:

-Common reasons for divorce

-How divorce may stem from your spouse’s past

-How susceptibility leads to vulnerability

-Suffering adult traumas

-Free resources to stop your divorce

Reconciliation is complex, but understanding the part you played in your marriage offers self-reflection and positive changes in you your spouse will notice over time.

Our couples workshop demonstrates ways to communicate with your spouse, build back intimacy, stop anger, and work together to strengthen your connection. We base our programs on psychology, neuroscience, emotional attraction, and social sciences. From our positive testimonials and success rates, we confidently believe if anything works, this will.

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Why Does My Spouse Love Someone Else? Jan 12, 2022

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Our culture over the years has changed dramatically. The number of people willing to participate in an affair continues to grow. More men and women are willing to participate in unfaithfulness because the thought is, "This makes us both happy. And even though I know that you're married to someone else, this was meant to be because it makes us feel good at the moment." And when you live in a culture where it's acceptable to be unfaithful to your spouse, the temptation to do so becomes much, much stronger.

Not every single person is like that. But some single people feel so lonely and abandoned that if someone came along, that appears to fulfill their needs, they will choose to engage, even if it isn't healthy to do so. Marriage doesn't solve this problem. Even if a person is married, they might believe at the moment, "This person is just right for me." So it becomes irrelevant that either person is married. And, if the spouse involved in this wants to be involved, they're likely to lie.

In this episode, we cover:

The three different types of affairs
What limerence is and how long it lasts
Why do some people have affairs
Free Resources to save your marriage

At Marriage Helper, we believe in helping marriages last a lifetime. Let's face it: nothing is perfect, especially not marriage. Unfortunately, 1 out of 3 marriages fails because couples wait an average of six years before seeking marriage help. We have helped save thousands of marriages, and we believe that if anything works, this will.

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Infidelity - Signs Your Spouse Is Cheating Jan 05, 2022

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It never feels good to suspect your spouse is cheating on you. Cheating is a form of betrayal to your marriage and your family life. It's such a severe accusation it could disrupt the trust and foundation of your marriage, so it's essential to be 100% sure before you start raising suspicions toward your spouse. If you believe your spouse is cheating on you, pay attention to the signs before you start snooping around their things. There are signs and ways to expose infidelity without incriminating yourself to turn everything around on you. Cheating is frightening and frustrating, but if you pay attention to the changes in your relationship, it may help you determine where your marriage stands.

In this video, we cover:

-The roadmaps to cheating

-Gaslighting

-The missing signs

-Reasons for cheating

-Behavior changes to watch out for

-Hard conversations

-Free resources to save your marriage

Cheating is never okay, but there may be a deeper issue involved. At Marriage Helper, we have a strong support system of coaches, ebooks, workshops, and free resources like our mini-course to point out signs and offer advice in a broken or troubled marriage.

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At Marriage Helper, we exercise compassion and understanding to all couples and individuals we meet. We know no one is perfect, and people make mistakes. The best thing you can do is learn to become better for yourself and the people who care.

Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to hear more helpful videos and unique stories of reconciliation from other people going through the same situations you're in right now.
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How To Forgive A Cheating Wife (or Husband) Dec 29, 2021

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Learning that your spouse had an affair is an earth-shattering feeling. It leaves open-ended questions like, "where did we go wrong?" Or "What could I have done differently?" Infidelity happens for numerous reasons, and we all play a part in our marriages. Sometimes cheating happens because of internal traumas, resentment, fading feelings, and more. There's no way to go back in time and figure out what went wrong, so forget about trying to change the past.

Reflection is essential, but dwelling on your spouse's actions worsens the feeling and leads you down a rabbit hole. If your marriage feels torn apart by an affair, there are ways to heal and even better ways to forgive your spouse for the pain they've caused. We believe that forgiveness is a process, so even if you don't feel ready yet to forgive your spouse, we offer advice on slowly climbing the stairway to reconciliation and ultimately making your marriage stronger than before.

In this episode, we cover:

-How to forgive a cheater

-Vengeance Vs. Justice

-The three steps to Decision-Based Forgiveness

-Expressing empathy

-Learning to move past the hurt

-The reconciliation process

-What to do if your spouse doesn't understand your pain

-Free resources to help you heal your marriage

An Affair can make or break your relationship. It takes two people to mend a marriage and a lot of effort to rebuild trust. If you desire to work things out with your partner and fall back in love again, the Marriage Helper team is here to support you.

Good people make bad decisions, and despite what our friends and family tell us, cheating isn't always black and white. We have worked with couples on the verge of divorce and ones who came back to each other after years of being apart. Our methods work, and we want to share our experiences with you. From our coaches to how-to articles, workshops, and more, we believe if anything works, this will.

Information about our 3-day intensive workshops
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