Saving A Marriage On The Brink of Divorce | Sam & Ember | #44

Sam and Ember were on the verge of divorce for several years. They were a couple that Dr. Liz Hale worked with in her private practice, and they are willing to no longer be private but go public and share how they miraculously turned their marriage around from miserable to incredible.Timestamps:0:00 – Introduction: Who are Sam and Ember?2:35 – What is something you wish you would have known before getting married?4:51 – Contributors to the breakdown of a marriage9:00 – Sam’s background11:56 – How can two people experience one marriage differently?15:45 – Addressing ‘me’ to fix ‘we’20:00 – Ember’s ah-ha moments toward change26:01 – Sam’s ah-ha moments toward change31:00 – Communication strategies36:43 – The role of forgiveness in healing41:08 – Strategies to maintain connection43:14 – Advice for couples on the brink46:16 – Honesty is a key for a stronger marriage connection. Seek what’s best for the marriage.Insights:Sam: Get help. Some issues may be beyond what the two of you can do together. Be honest. You can decide what kind of spouse you want to be.Ember: Deal with conflict before the weekend. Start your weekend with a clean slate.Invites:   -    Deal with conflict as soon as you can. If there is something bothering you, sit down and have a conversation about it with your partner when you both are in a clear headspace.   -    Take some time today to evaluate yourself. Is there something you need to forgive yourself for?    -    Give your partner a hug, a small peck on the cheek, or a squeeze of the hand today. Just a little physical affection can go a long way. Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:Strongermarriage.orgpodcast.strongermarriage.orgFacebook: StrongerMarriage.orgInstagram: @strongermarriagelifeTikTok: @strongermarriagelifeDr. Dave Schramm:https://drdaveschramm.comhttps://drdavespeaks.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSUFacebook Marriage Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Facebook Parenting Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/542067440314642Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdaveschramm/ Dr. Liz Hale:http://www.drlizhale.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/