Burnout in Relationships

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Feeling drained in your relationship? You're not alone. This episode explores the often-overlooked phenomenon of relationship burnout among Christian couples and offers practical wisdom for reconnection.
After sharing a vulnerable update about her own journey of self-discovery, Monique dives into what relationship burnout actually looks like. Beyond just feeling tired, burnout manifests as emotional exhaustion and negativity that can slowly erode even the strongest partnerships. Through clear explanations of symptoms like frequent arguments, lack of motivation for couple activities, and growing emotional distance, listeners gain tools to recognize warning signs in their own relationships.
The episode unpacks five core causes of relationship burnout: unresolved conflict, poor communication, mismatched expectations, external stressors, and perhaps most critically, lack of self-care. With characteristic authenticity, Monique emphasizes that maintaining personal boundaries and prioritizing self-care isn't selfish—it's essential for showing up as your best self in relationships. "Nobody benefits from you being the worst version of yourself," she reminds listeners, challenging the common narrative that caring for oneself comes at the expense of caring for others.
What sets this conversation apart is the balance of compassionate understanding with actionable strategies. From establishing healthy communication patterns to seeking couples therapy and intentionally rekindling intimacy through quality time, each recommendation feels accessible. Monique's personal testimony about the benefits of therapy in her own marriage adds credibility to her guidance.
Ready to revitalize your relationship? Join our community on social media and share which self-care practice you and your partner commit to implementing this month!

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Chapters

1. Personal Update and Transparency (00:00:00)

2. Understanding Relationship Burnout (00:09:42)

3. Key Symptoms of Relationship Burnout (00:12:53)

4. Common Causes of Relationship Burnout (00:17:37)

5. Strategies to Address Burnout (00:26:14)

6. Closing Thoughts and Call to Action (00:27:36)