Nadia Sawalha & Mark Adderley
Nadia Sawalha & Mark Adderley
19: Marriage is VERY VERY F***ING STRESSFUL!
19: Marriage is VERY VERY F***ING STRESSFUL!
19: Marriage is VERY VERY F***ING STRESSFUL!
Tuesday 14th August 2018
Nadia Sawalha and Mark Adderley discuss marital stress, communication, and couples counseling in 'How to Stay Married (So Far)'.
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Nadia Sawalha & Mark Adderley
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Navigating Intimate Relationships
Healing Relationships
Relationships & Community
Sobriety in Everyday Life
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Get the buttons here!Marriage Stress: Nadia & Mark's Unfiltered Take on Relationship Struggles
Cortisol and adrenaline are two free drugs that we create in our own body. And yet it becomes, it builds, it builds, it builds, it builds. So if we're talking about how to stay married- and I think what we need to do now next, well, I think we've established all that.
Ever felt like your marriage is a pressure cooker about to explode? You're not alone. In this candid episode of 'How to Stay Married (So Far)', Nadia Sawalha and Mark Adderley dive headfirst into the often chaotic world of marital stress. They don't sugarcoat it—marriage can be incredibly stressful, and they're here to talk about why. Nadia and Mark open up about their own experiences, shedding light on how stress can creep into every corner of a relationship.
From the relentless demands of parenthood to the pressure cooker moments that test their patience, they share it all. But it's not just a venting session; they also discuss practical strategies that have helped them cope. One of the standout points in this episode is the discussion on how cortisol and adrenaline—the body's stress hormones—can build up over time, wreaking havoc on both physical and emotional health.
Nadia and Mark emphasize the importance of communication, suggesting that talking openly about your feelings can be a game-changer. They also tackle the tricky subject of gender roles and how societal expectations can add another layer of stress. By sharing personal anecdotes, they highlight how assumptions about each other's roles can lead to misunderstandings and added tension. Couples counseling gets a nod too.
Nadia and Mark talk about how seeking professional help has been beneficial for them, providing a safe space to air grievances and find common ground. They encourage listeners to consider counseling as a tool for navigating the choppy waters of marriage. With their trademark humor and honesty, Nadia and Mark make you feel like you're not alone in your struggles. This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling the strain of marital stress, offering both relatable stories and actionable advice.