What Is The SECRET Third Push?
The short answer
The secret third push is one of the common reasons spouses push each other away, and Dr. Joe and Dr. Kimberly talk it through in this episode on push and pull in marriage. They also cover how men and women who divorce differ, why being true to yourself matters, and how working on your physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual life can improve your relationship.
Key takeaways
- This Relationship Radio episode with Dr. Kimberly and Dr. Joe explains the push and pull concept: what drives a spouse away and what draws them closer.
- Dr. Joe and Dr. Kimberly walk through common reasons spouses push each other away and how men and women who divorce differ.
- Being true to yourself matters when you want to stop pushing your spouse away.
- Working on your physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual life can improve your marriage and help you become the best version of yourself.
In this episode, “The Secret Third Push,” we explore the push and pull concept in relationships. We discuss common reasons for pushing away and the differences between men and women who divorce. We encourage being true to yourself and provide tips for working on the physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual aspects of your life to improve your relationship. Join us for this insightful discussion on how to take control of your marriage. Don’t forget to subscribe!
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Common questions
What does push and pull mean in a marriage?
Pushes are the things a spouse does that drive the other person away, and pulls are what draw them closer. This episode walks through the most common reasons people push their spouse away.
How do I stop pushing my spouse away?
Start by being true to yourself, and work on the physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual parts of your life. For help with your specific situation, Marriage Helper’s free mini-course is a good next step.
What are the PIES in a relationship?
PIES stands for physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual. Growing in all four areas helps you become the best version of yourself, which can make your relationships better.