Staying Out of the Pit: How to Handle Your Spouse's Bad Mood

This episode explores how spouses' moods affect each other and why it’s important not to let your partner’s bad mood become yours. Paul explains that marriage blends two lives, so feelings transfer both ways. He offers practical counsel: care and listen, offer help, but remain emotionally steady—stay at the top of the pit to help pull your spouse out. If they aren’t ready, continue to encourage them without taking on guilt for being okay. Staying out of the pit is a way to do marriage well.