I didn’t know until just a few years ago that I am allowed to prioritize my marriage over my kids.
Yeah.
It’s true.
No one told me that though so I thought it went
1. kids, 2. marriage, 3. me.
I knew I needed to make an intentional effort to step away from the steering wheel, the grocery cart, laptop and laundry room to connect with him, but I was always too tired. And honestly, at the end of the day, I didn’t want anyone touching me or wanting anything else from me AT ALL.
I just wanted to put on some HGTV, curl up on the couch, and veg.
I figured this was just a season and eventually when the kids were older we’d have more time and energy for our marriage.
Cut to having older kids, dates still not happening, and marriage only getting worse.
Chris and I have been through some very dark places.
Separation. Divorce talk. Fights that would reality TV to shame.
Grudges. Resentment. Jealously. Miscommunication.
You name it.
No one’s marriage is perfect. No matter how they act of what they tell you.
Most people had no idea what was going on with Chris and I.
We made the choice to fight for our marriage.
Listen today to hear:
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Three magical words that can help you avoid almost any argument or misunderstanding
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Two great alternatives to date night
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How to find the energy and time for dates
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The most important time and way to communicate (the best way to avoid SO many potential arguments)
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How to find grey areas (strategies for beginners)
Be sure to join the private Parents Who group if you want to really start moving away from the things about motherhood that drive you crazy and move towards the things that make you feel more peaceful and happy (i.e. alone time!)
There is weekly, free personal training in the Facebook group that I don’t include anywhere else.
Plus, a community of moms just like you who won’t judge, and will even encourage!
I also post a lot of behind the scenes photos and daily validation and motivation on Instagram that you won’t find here. Hop over there and follow me!
You can always reach out to me with any questions: sarah@parentswho.com (The emails go straight to me)
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