Rekindling Love: Embracing Differences in Marriage with Jasmine and Bob Gardner
You're new people all the time, and so constantly paying attention, constantly asking questions, constantly getting curious and celebrating in wonder the life that you don't have to live, but you get to have front row seats too, and that'll allow you to be all of who you are and them to be all of who they are, without you needing to be any different, so that they can be happy.
Ever wondered if those picture-perfect love stories are setting you up for failure? In this episode of 'Alive and Free', Jasmine and Bob Gardner take a hard look at how Disney movies, popular books, and rom-coms might be sabotaging your relationship. They argue that these stories, often penned by single men with no real relationship experience, create unrealistic expectations that can harm even the best marriages.
But fear not, Jasmine and Bob have found a way to turn this on its head. By embracing their differences, they've not only saved their marriage but made it stronger than ever. They share their personal journey of how being two distinct individuals has reignited their love and brought them closer together. Forget the idea that you need to share every interest or hobby with your partner.
Instead, learn how mutual respect, support, and curiosity about each other's unique passions can create an unbreakable bond. If you're looking to restore the love in your relationship and move past the 'happily ever after' myth, this episode is a must-listen.