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EPISODE · Jan 9, 2026 · 14 MIN

Stop Hoping Your Marriage Will Get Better | Ep 37

from Create More Intimacy: A Podcast for Men · host Alisa Stoddard

Most men don’t realize how much waiting is costing them in their marriage. In this episode, I will explains why hoping things improve on their own keeps men stuck, how fear of rejection leads to emotional hiding, and where real change actually begins. This is a grounded, honest conversation about agency, connection, and what’s possible over the next twelve weeks if you stop waiting and start engaging differently. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why waiting feels responsible but slowly creates distance How fear of rejection leads men to pull back emotionally Where your real influence in the marriage actually lives What starts to change when you stop waiting and engage differently If this episode helped you see your situation more clearly and you’re wondering what’s possible with support, you can book a call to talk it through. A call is simply a place to get clarity on what’s realistic and whether help would make a difference. 🎧 Listen to all episodes at https://alisastoddard.com/podcast 💬 Want help figuring this out in your own relationship? Access my free Intimacy Training: https://alisa-stoddard.mykajabi.com/opt-in Book a Relationship Clarity Call: https://alisa-stoddard.mykajabi.com/podcast-scheduling-page Find out more at https://alisastoddard.com/

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