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Why Labeling Your Spouse Won’t Save Your Marriage

2025/6/4
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Relationship Radio: Marriage, Sex, Limerence & Avoiding Divorce

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When your marriage feels like it's falling apart, it's tempting to search for answers—especially ones that explain your spouse’s behavior. Maybe you’ve wondered, "Could they be a narcissist?" or "Do they have bipolar disorder?"

In this episode, Kimberly Beam Holmes is joined by Marriage Helper coach and counselor Meredith Ball to unpack the dangers of diagnosing your spouse. You’ll learn why it’s natural to want clarity, but how labeling your spouse can backfire—leading to more disconnection instead of healing.

We’ll discuss:

  • Why people self-diagnose their spouse
  • The risks of assigning mental health labels without professional help
  • How to focus on what’s actually within your control
  • The surprising way real healing starts

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