Breathe, Then Connect

You don’t always need the perfect response in marriage.

Sometimes, what your relationship needs most...
is a pause.
A breath.
A moment of silence that isn’t filled with defensiveness, sarcasm, or problem-solving.

The truth is, most of us are way better at reacting than listening.
And our relationships pay for it.

But here’s what we’ve learned:
You can train yourself to pause.
You can practice not snapping.
You can slow down just enough to stay present—and connected.

Actionable Tip:

Next time you feel yourself gearing up to react…
Stop.
Take one slow breath.
And ask: What would connection look like right now?

Tune into Episode 68 of Marriage IQ to learn more!

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