RTWB

Relationship Education

YOUR SPOUSE IS NOT YOU

Teaching 6 October 2026Coach Beckz

One of the biggest mistakes we make in marriage is expecting our spouse to think exactly the way we think.

One of the biggest mistakes we make in marriage is expecting our spouse to think exactly the way we think. You may be someone who likes to talk immediately when there is a problem. Your spouse may need time to calm down before talking. You may enjoy going out, meeting people and having fun. Your spouse may prefer staying at home and enjoying quiet time. Neither of you is automatically wrong. The problem starts when we say things like: [17:19, 10/5/2026] RTWB OFFICIAL : Why can’t you just behave normally? But what we really mean is: Why can’t you behave like me? Marriage brings two different people together. Different homes. Different upbringing. Different experiences. Different personalities. Understanding begins when you stop trying to turn your spouse into another version of yourself. Today’s lesson: Your spouse does not have to be like you for the marriage to work. Question for discussion: What is one difference between you and your spouse that you used to complain about but now understand better?

You May Also Like

Article
Relationship Education

YOUR SPOUSE IS NOT YOU

One of the biggest mistakes we make in marriage is expecting our spouse to think exactly the way we think.

6 Oct 2026

Discussion Prompt
Relationship Education

Talk About It: How Do You Argue?

When you disagree with your partner, do you fight to be right — or to be understood?

3 Sept 2026

Affirmation
Relationship Education

This Week's Affirmation

My words build. I speak with love, and I listen with intention.

1 Sept 2026