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EPISODE · Dec 21, 2023 · 18 MIN

Internal Needs Vs Relationship Needs

from Strong Men Strong Marriages · host Mike Frazier, MD

I never liked the word “need” in relationships.In fact, I’ve often taught that “neediness is unattractive.”However, I’ve come to believe a little differently.It’s true that for our internal needs, such as feeling good enough, we can’t rely on our wife. We need to find other resources for that. Because if we do rely on our wife for these internal needs, we wear her out and never feel fulfilled.However, we also have relationship needs.We have needs from our wife. We need her to do certain things so that we can trust her, feel connected, and have intimacy.And it is entirely appropriate to ask for those needs from her.Learn how to distinguish between these in today’s episode.Listen on the Strong Men Strong Marriages Podcast. Watch on YouTube here.Dr. MikeP.S. If you’re a high achieving, professionally successful Christian man who is ready to create incredible sexual, mental and emotional  intimacy with your wife, and create an amazing legacy for your family to follow… starting TODAY…CLICK HERE to apply to join my Strong Men Strong Marriages program.You’ll fill out an application, then we'll get back to you with your best next steps. We’d love to guide you to becoming the man your wife passionately desires, respects and loves… while living true to Christian principles.P.P.S. Have a question? You can reach out on LinkedIn. P.S. Get the 7 Day Email Series: How To Be More Attractive To Your Wife at StrongMen.io

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I never liked the word “need” in relationships. In fact, I’ve often taught that “neediness is unattractive.” However, I’ve come to believe a little differently. It’s true that for our internal needs, such as feeling good enough, we can’t rely on our wife. We need to find other resources for that. Because if we do rely on our wife for these internal needs, we wear her out and never feel fulfilled. However, we also have relationship needs. We have needs from our wife. We need ...

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