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Ever thought the old 'no contact' rule was a surefire way to win back a separated spouse? Be prepared for a reality check as we shine a light on the flaws of this manipulative tactic. We dissect the key role that secure attachment and healthy communication play in a marriage rather than resorting to emotional manipulation.

We'll also be introducing you to the concept of SMART Contact™, an antidote to the marital challenges you've been battling. Step into an enlightening discussion on how altering your communication styles and behaviors can help avoid pushing your spouse further away, and how essential it is to maintain open communication in testing times. To equip you with the right tools, we reveal our 'SMART Contact™ Toolkit, a guide to communication and conflict de-escalation. Whether your marriage is on the rocks or you're simply looking to enhance communication, we promise you'll find wisdom and practical advice in our conversation.

Relationship Radio is hosted by CEO of Marriage Helper, Kimberly Beam Holmes, and founder of Marriage Helper, Dr. Joe Beam.


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