Vulnerability is the heartbeat of intimacy—but it’s not easy. In this episode of Marriage IQ, Drs. Heidi and Scott Hastings explore how secrecy and the need to appear perfect sabotage connection, while real openness creates space for growth and trust.

From joyful moments to painful transitions, we dive into how vulnerability shows up, how gender shapes our experience of it, and why support and discomfort are both part of the process.

Learn how to:

• Spot the hidden killers of vulnerability

• Support your spouse (and yourself) through raw moments

• Build a marriage where both partners feel safe being real

Because the strongest marriages aren’t perfect—they’re honest.

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In this powerful episode of Marriage iQ, we explore why vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s the hidden superpower behind thriving marriages. When couples learn to open up emotionally, admit mistakes, and express needs without fear, they lay the groundwork for trust, connection, and lasting intimacy.

We dive into:

• Why vulnerability matters more than ever in modern marriage

• How the “shame hangover” keeps us from opening up—and how to push past it

• The different ways men and women experience vulnerability

• Five practical ways to build a more open, emotionally safe relationship

• We also explore a powerful metaphor: vulnerability as a vaccine—small doses of openness that strengthen your marriage against future challenges.

Whether you're newlyweds or decades in, this episode offers practical tools and real insight for creating a deeper, more connected relationship. Because the strongest marriages aren’t built on perfection—they’re built on courage, honesty, and showing up fully.

YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MarriageIQ/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠

FREE PDF DOWNLOADS : ⁠⁠https://www.marriageiq.com/freebies⁠⁠⁠⁠

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In this powerful episode of Marriage iQ, we explore why vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s the hidden superpower behind thriving marriages. When couples learn to open up emotionally, admit mistakes, and express needs without fear, they lay the groundwork for trust, connection, and lasting intimacy.

We dive into:

• Why vulnerability matters more than ever in modern marriage

• How the “shame hangover” keeps us from opening up—and how to push past it

• The different ways men and women experience vulnerability

• Five practical ways to build a more open, emotionally safe relationship

• We also explore a powerful metaphor: vulnerability as a vaccine—small doses of openness that strengthen your marriage against future challenges.

Whether you're newlyweds or decades in, this episode offers practical tools and real insight for creating a deeper, more connected relationship. Because the strongest marriages aren’t built on perfection—they’re built on courage, honesty, and showing up fully.

YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MarriageIQ/videos⁠⁠⁠

FREE PDF DOWNLOADS : ⁠https://www.marriageiq.com/freebies⁠⁠⁠

WEEKLY TIPS NEWSLETTER: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marriageiq.com/daily⁠⁠⁠⁠

SOCIAL MEDIA

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/marriage.iq/⁠⁠⁠

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