Navigating Perimenopause: How to Support Your Wife and Strengthen Your Marriage

In this episode of The Confident Husband Podcast, Chuck Chapman addresses a common yet rarely discussed issue in marriages: perimenopause. Many men notice a significant change in their wives' behavior, mood, and sex drive during this phase, leading to feelings of disconnection and frustration. Chuck explains what perimenopause is, its impact on women, and how husbands can support their partners through this challenging time. He offers four key strategies: being present, respecting and ensuring safety, maintaining your frame, and cultivating creative intimacy. By following these steps, husbands can help their marriages not only survive but thrive through the perimenopausal transition. For those needing further support, Chuck introduces the Confident Husband Solution, a program designed to help men lead their marriages with strength and purpose.

00:00 Understanding the Shift in Your Marriage
00:30 What is Perimenopause?
01:15 The Emotional and Physical Impact of Perimenopause
02:43 The Role of a Husband During Perimenopause
03:06 Common Mistakes Men Make
03:45 Medical and Emotional Support Options
04:33 Four Strategies for Confident Husbands
08:43 Maintaining Intimacy During Perimenopause
10:08 Conclusion and Invitation to the Confident Husband Solution

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Join Chuck Chapman in this episode of The Confident Husband Podcast as he discusses why admiration alone is not enough for a fulfilling marriage. Learn the vital difference between admiring and adoring your wife, and how expressing adoration can transform your relationship. Discover how to connect deeply with your wife's essence, making her feel cherished and truly loved. Chapman shares practical insights and a challenge to help you shift from mere respect to profound adoration, ensuring a rich, intimate connection. Tune in for actionable advice and an invitation to a free webinar for more transformative tips.

00:00 Understanding the Struggle: Why Your Efforts May Not Be Enough
01:32 The Key Difference: Admiration vs. Adoration
03:54 The Impact of Adoration: How It Transforms Relationships
05:17 Practical Steps: How to Show Adoration
05:54 Conclusion and Next Steps

Overcoming Nice Guy Syndrome: Reclaiming Your Significance
In this episode of The Confident Husband Podcast, host Chuck Chapman addresses the common fear among men, especially those recovering from 'nice guy syndrome,' of appearing needy. Chapman explores the origins of this fear rooted in childhood, where many were taught that expressing needs could lead to abandonment. He explains how this leads to patterns of validation-seeking and the suppression of personal needs in adulthood, particularly within marriages. Chapman outlines the difference between validation and significance, stressing the importance of men creating significance through living with integrity, presence, and purpose. He encourages men to become 'integrated husbands,' who are grounded and lead their marriages with strength, ensuring both partners feel safe, connected, and valued. For more insights and to learn about The Confident Husband Solution program, visit chuckchapman.com.
00:00 Understanding the Fear of Seeming Needy
00:09 Childhood Messages and Their Impact
01:10 Suppressing Needs and Carrying Others' Burdens
01:39 The Nice Guy Syndrome in Relationships
02:40 The Misconception of Validation Seeking
03:53 The Importance of Significance
05:13 Becoming an Integrated Husband
06:34 Conclusion and Next Steps