Better Husband Blog
The Better Husband Blog is where men learn practical relational skills to build stronger marriages. Here you’ll find insights on communication, trust, intimacy, and leadership in your relationship. Each article offers clear steps you can put into practice right away so you can show up as the partner your wife needs and the man you want to be.
When your wife is upset, emotional, or confrontational, it’s easy to get reactive. There are a myriad of possibilities for how you could react, but some of the most common ones for men are: shutting down, getting defensive, or pushing back. Whatever ...
If you look at the downfall of a marriage, it’s not often that everything falls apart overnight. Most of the time, they actually fade in silence as well as through from one or both parties. Too much quiet distance, one too many unspoken frustrations,...
Here’s a thought exercise for you.
Imagine you’re walking along, and suddenly the ground gives out beneath you. You’re falling straight into a deep, dark pit. You land hard. It’s cold, disorienting, and you can barely see the light above you.
What ...
Have you ever tried to apologize to your wife and something like, “I’m sorry I did that, but you did this too” came out instead?
It’s subtle, and maybe you don’t even realize you’re doing it, but everything after the word “but” takes away from what ...
It starts quietly.
You’re both home but living separate lives. Managing kids, bills, and schedules, saying I love you before bed but not really feeling it anymore. You’re not fighting, but you’re not really connecting the way you did in the past, ei...
Do you agree with this statement?
Being a “good husband” means staying calm, keeping the peace, and avoiding conflict.
If you believe that holding back your thoughts, staying agreeable, or keeping your opinions to yourself is the best way to mainta...
Have you ever said, “I’m sorry,” hoping it would end a fight, only to notice your wife still seems distant, guarded, or hurt? You said all the right things, yet something still feels unresolved. You might be left thinking, What more am I supposed to ...
Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, it’s never enough? Maybe you’re constantly trying to prove yourself to your wife, at work, or even to yourself. You work hard, plan thoughtful surprises, or take on extra responsibilities, but there’s stil...
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