2705: Knowing What You Know Today - Would You Still Marry Your Partner? By Dr. Margaret Rutherford on Empathy and Commitment

episode

Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting not yet transcribed

▲ 0

Transcript

This episode hasn't been transcribed yet Upvotes decide what gets transcribed next — 0 so far. Sign in to upvote

More from Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

2839: Reframing Rejection: Getting Rejected Doesn't Always Have to Hurt by Michael Davidson with Tiny Buddha on Emotional Resilience 7 min · 20 Dec 2025

All episodes from Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting →

Report any issue

Source

Recorded24 Aug 2025

Publisherrss.pdrl.fm

Handlerec:17429901

Show notes

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2705: Couples who thrive over time tend to “turn toward” one another, facing vulnerability, taking responsibility for mistakes, and embracing empathy, rather than turning away in resentment or detachment. Through the moving story of Jack and Dana, Dr. Margaret Rutherford shows how mutual accountability and heartfelt apologies can rebuild trust, even after years of missed opportunities for connection. Her insights offer a clear path toward transforming regret into renewed commitment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drmargaretrutherford.com/knowing-what-you-know-today-would-you-still-marry-your-partner/ Quotes to ponder: "I know I dominated the family. I didn’t know how to be any other way." "I allowed Jack to dominate our relationship. There were reasons." "It’s never too late to turn toward them to ask for their understanding or forgiveness, to build a more intimate bond." Episode references: The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Principles-Making-Marriage-Work/dp/0553447718

Ask this episode

“What did the council decide on item 42?” — answered with the speaker and the moment.