When You Believe the Mask Instead of the Truth

In this episode Paul explores how we often mistake a partner's brave face for the whole person, and how that misperception can damage a marriage. Using his experience with Lori, he explains how past trauma, safety, and unspoken pain affect intimacy and behaviour. Paul emphasises the need to seek the truth beneath the mask, extend empathy, give space and time for healing, and get wise counsel so we can see our spouse accurately and strengthen the marriage.