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October 27, 2020 39 mins
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Pat Benetar’s 1983 hit song declares that “Love is a Battlefield,” but does it have to be, and how do you pick your battles?  Today we’re talking about the top issues that couples fight about, how to navigate those conversations with compromising, or being a jerk, how to pick your battles wisely.

Conversation Starters…
  • Compromise is a 4 letter word because everybody loses.
  • When it comes to conflict, "all or nothing" is a good way to end up with nothing.
  • Check your motives before you start something 
Quotable...

“A more peaceful way to live is to decide consciously which battles are worth fighting and which are better left alone.” - Richard Carlson

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Each week we challenge you to set a time with your spouse to have a conversation that matters. Here’s your conversation starter question:

What are the battles we need to fight together?

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Every couple wants to have a great marriage, but most couples wind up in the Roommate Zone. We help couples break out of the Roommate Zone, so they can build a life, a love and a legacy together. Find out more at: LegendaryMarriage.com

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#couplegoals #marriageissues #MarriageCounseling #CouplesTherapy #Love #MarriageTips #Relationships #passion #parenting

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