Ep 60 - Competing in Marriage Operation: Thriving Marriage

Episode 62 of the Operation: Thriving Marriage Podcast – exploring the dynamics of Healthy Competition in relationships.
Discover the underlying problem as we explore how competition can lead to conflict in marriages. We discuss how competitive individuals often attach personal value to winning, revealing insecurities that breed negative feelings.
Our suggested solution emphasizes that avoiding competition altogether doesn't foster a thriving marriage. Instead, learn to compete in healthy ways by letting go of your ego, celebrating your spouse's victories, and being gracious when you win.
We provide insights on what's fair game in healthy competition - from the gym to games - and what's off-limits, like competing for children's affection. It's crucial to prioritize your relationship over the competition.
In the conclusion, we affirm that healthy competition is a positive force that pushes us to be better. Competing with your spouse over the right things can bring joy to your marriage and help you achieve and exceed your goals. Remember, never use competition to belittle your spouse, and always let go of your ego, celebrate wins together, and be gracious in victory.
Tune in to Operation: Thriving Marriage for valuable insights on fostering a healthy, competitive spark in your relationship.