What do you do when your spouse is going through a difficult time?

How can you be there for them without being too needy, overbearing or quick to try to solve their issue?

In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi reveal how they supported each other in seasons when each of them had to endure a tough season. You'll learn 7 key approaches that will help you support your husband or wife emotionally and keep your marriage strong even when life hits your partner hard.

You'll walk away with practical strategies and insights to help you support your spouse in their time of need.

For more inspiration and encouragement for enduring difficult times, make sure to read Steve Alessi's debut book, "Forty Two: A Guide To Finishing Well When You Were Almost Finished"

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00:00 Intro to Szn 5 Ep 14
01:40 Being Strong Emotionally When You’re Not Usually Strong
04:20 Why Supporting Your Spouse Matters
10:15 How The Kids Respond to Supportive Parents
13:06 Key 1: Be Understanding
16:34 Key 2: Be Empathic
19:00 Key 3: Be Patient
22:14 Key 4: Be Supportive
24:50 Key 5: Be Prayerful
27:00 Key 6: Be Close
28:45 Key 7: Be a Confidant
31:31 Closing Thoughts

Get your copy of the new book by Steve Alessi
“Forty-Two: A Guide to Finishing Well when You Thought You Were Finished”
https://a.co/d/gNWyGz2

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