Conversations with Dr. Jennifer What To Do When Things Need to Change in Your Relationship
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Jul 22, 2025 
Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, an LDS relationship and sexuality coach with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, joins to share her insights on relationship dynamics. She emphasizes that recognizing your role in current patterns is key to fostering change. The conversation touches on navigating tensions when partners seek change, the impact of traditional roles, and addressing resentment for growth. Dr. Finlayson-Fife advocates for self-awareness and honest communication as essential tools for creating deeper connection and passion in relationships.
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Resentment From Self-Denial
- Women frequently over-identify with meeting others' desires, neglecting their own wishes over time.
- This imbalance often leads to resentment and a crisis of self that fuels a desire for change.
Marriage Happy but Wife Miserable
- Jennifer shared a couple’s story where the husband claimed their marriage was happy except his wife was miserable.
- This illustrates the common dynamic where a partner’s unhappiness is dismissed while the marriage is superficially deemed fine.
Stand Up For Yourself
- Recognize that you are the chooser in your life and that no one else will grant you clarity or strength.
- Be willing to stand up for what is truly better for you, as this benefits your whole family.
