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April 8, 2025 11 mins

Why Your Spouse Wanting a Divorce Doesn’t Mean It’s Over

 On this episode of Reconciling Marriages with Coach Jack, Christian psychologist and relationship coach Dr. Jack Ito talks about one of the most painful moments in any relationship—when a spouse wants a divorce. Many people panic and assume that it’s the end, but in this episode, you’ll learn why that fear is often misplaced. Coach Jack shares how reconnecting and rebuilding a relationship is still possible, even when your spouse says they’re done.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Why a spouse asking for divorce doesn’t necessarily mean reconciliation is impossible
  • How to avoid common mistakes that derail reconnection efforts
  • What it really takes to restore love, commitment, and value in your relationship
  • How to use process goals to build attraction and security, step by step

Want to Work With Coach Jack?
If your spouse wants a divorce and you’re not ready to give up, the Re-Connections Coaching Package can help you rebuild your relationship from the ground up—without pressure or pursuit. Coach Jack will guide you through a proven process of retraction, reconnection, and security so your spouse starts to value and desire being with you again.

Key Takeaways:

  • Trying to convince your spouse not to divorce won’t rebuild love
  • Reconciling follows the same path as dating—build value first
  • Secure people commit to those they fear losing, not to those always available
  • Process goals like showing love and being enjoyable are key to restoring connection
  • Divorce may happen, but it doesn’t have to stop the reconciliation process

Additional Resources:

Work one-on-one with Coach Jack to repair your relationship using small, easy steps that rebuild connection quickly. Visit CoachJackIto.com to learn more about relationship coaching.

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