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  • You’re showing up. You’re doing the work. You're learning emotional skills she never saw you try before. So why does it still feel like she thinks you’re the whole problem?

    In Part 2 of this raw and insightful series, we explore the honest struggle of men trying to grow emotionally while still being treated like the villain. This episode unpacks the quiet frustration of hearing, “You’re the one who needs to fix yourself,” even when you know both sides need work.

    Inside, we cover:

    Why taking the lead first (even if she’s not ready) is still the only way forward

    The real reason it works better when men initiate emotional conversations

    How to keep moving forward when it feels like you’re carrying the whole marriage on your back

    What to do when your wife is trying too—but it doesn’t look like progress

    Why practicing verbal and emotional intimacy as a skill set unlocks lasting connection

    How to stop waiting for fairness and start winning the long game

    This isn't about pretending she's perfect. It's about stepping into your role with clarity and conviction—even if she never acknowledges it.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/rebuilding-trust-a-husbands-guide-to-understanding-and-healing-betrayal-trauma/

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  • Are you trying to grow, be more self-aware, and build emotional trust—only to feel like the conversations still spiral into conflict?

    This episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher is for husbands who are genuinely trying… but keep hitting a wall. It's also for wives who long to feel emotionally safe but aren’t sure if their husband can hold space for hard conversations without getting defensive.

    In Part 1 of this powerful new series, we cover:

    Why preparing for emotional intimacy is like packing for the Rocky Mountains

    How owning your own triggers—without blaming hers—builds trust fast

    Why your wife may struggle to believe you’re “ready” (and how to prove it through actions)

    The miracle of you starting the hard conversations instead of waiting for her

    The power of pre-planning responses to predictable emotional landmines

    How to stop expecting her to make things easier—and rise as a skill-based responder

    This isn’t about blaming you for everything. It’s about stepping into your power by doing what only you can do—and watching what happens when emotional safety finally enters the room.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/embracing-the-role-of-an-effective-presider/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBPs-VsmZTo

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  • Is your wife overwhelmed, overstimulated, or emotionally drained—and even when you do try to help, it feels like you're still falling short?

    In Part 5 of this raw and practical series, we dive into the hidden weight men often carry: the belief that needing support means you're not strong enough. That you should already have it figured out. That if your wife is struggling, it must be your fault—or your job to fix it.

    In this episode, you'll hear:

    Why trying to “fix her feelings” often backfires

    How shared vulnerability can create spiritual intimacy

    Why your wife's struggles don’t mean you're failing

    The difference between offering support and hijacking her growth

    How true partnership means honoring her revelation—not replacing it

    You'll also hear real experiences of women learning how to ask for support without handing over the steering wheel—and how their husbands showed up with empathy, not solutions.

    This episode is for men feeling the pressure to be everything… and for couples learning that true intimacy comes through mutual discovery—not control.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/the-battle-of-perspectives-laman-nephi-and-the-power-of-faith/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfNQYddKqtM

    Check out the Marriage Repair Workshops: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/marriage-repair/⁠

  • Is your wife overwhelmed, frustrated, and constantly emotionally charged—and you’re left wondering, “How is this all my fault again?”

    In Part 4 of this vulnerable and vital series, we explore the weight men feel when their wives are drowning in pain… and expect them to fix it.

    This episode pulls back the curtain on:

    Why her distress doesn’t mean you’ve failed

    How to support someone without losing yourself

    What makes a real emotional team (hint: it's not being her spiritual crutch)

    Why curiosity and creativity beat judgment every time

    How your willingness to listen without “fixing” can be the greatest act of love

    You’ll also hear a powerful personal story of a woman who finally broke down about her overstimulation and daily guilt as a mom—and how her husband didn’t solve it… but showed up the way she actually needed.

    This episode is for men who are done with shame, but still want to grow. It’s for wives who just need someone to hear them. And it’s for couples who are learning to walk side by side—through fire, fatigue, and faith.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/gingerbread-man-parable-anger-pain-management/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DSJOxHm1h0

    Check out the Marriage Repair Workshops: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/marriage-repair/⁠

  • Ever tried to open up, only to feel judged the moment you do?

    In Part 3 of this heartfelt series, we dive into one of the most uncomfortable truths for many men (and their wives): vulnerability often feels like weakness—and the minute you expose even a little of your inner self, you feel like someone’s critiquing your very soul.

    This episode uncovers the emotional landmines of trying to grow while being watched, and how even well-meaning feedback can crush progress.

    We explore:

    Why most men fear support—even when they crave it

    How “feedback” can backfire and damage trust

    What real teamwork looks like between spouses, parents and teens

    How to model emotional safety before expecting it

    What it means to “invite” your wife or child into growth without superiority

    Why reflecting aloud—without correction—can build trust faster than lectures

    If you’ve ever tried to be open… only to get met with “why’d you pick that?”—this one’s for you.

    You’re not weak for needing support. You’re wise for seeking it—when it's built with trust, not judgment.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/sons-of-helaman-the-faith-based-self-mastery-program-transforming-lives/

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  • Let’s be honest—most of us were never taught how to ask for support without feeling like we’re broken.

    From early on, we’ve been conditioned to believe that if we need help, we’re failing. That if we can’t “handle it all,” we’re just not strong enough. So when someone mentions an accountability partner, our defenses go up—because it feels like a label for the weak.

    In Part 2 of this powerful Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher series, we deconstruct that entire mindset. We explore how the right kind of support isn’t about hierarchy or shame—it’s about building edifying, equal partnerships where both people grow.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    Why “accountability” often feels insulting—and what to use instead

    How to use the Power D-PAR system to track growth and stay spiritually aligned

    What true team-based connection looks like in a marriage or mentorship

    Why feedback can backfire—and what to do instead

    How to invite your spouse or a teammate into mutual, uplifting development

    This isn’t about weakness—it’s about wisdom. Real growth doesn’t happen alone. It happens in teams. And in this episode, we show you exactly how to build one.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/taming-your-dangerous-emotions-and-reclaiming-your-power/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNc4vXsN9VU&t=1s

    Check out the Marriage Repair Workshops: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/marriage-repair/⁠

  • “Real men do it alone.”
    “If I need help, I must be weak.”
    “I’m supposed to be strong enough to carry it all—without breaking.”

    Sound familiar?

    In this powerful episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher, we dismantle one of the most dangerous lies ever told to men: that needing support makes you weak.

    You’ll discover:

    Why so many men feel shame for needing accountability—and why that shame is Satan’s trap

    How our culture subtly reinforces the myth of self-sufficiency, and what it costs emotionally and spiritually

    The truth about what real spiritual resilience looks like—and how it's built with support, not isolation

    How to start replacing false guilt with strategic connection and intelligent preparation

    What it means to fight one battle at a time, and why that’s more effective than solving everything at once

    If you’ve ever felt broken because you “couldn’t do it alone,” this episode will change how you see yourself—and give you a battle plan grounded in truth, faith, and growth.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/sons-of-helaman-the-faith-based-self-mastery-program-transforming-lives/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RH4C8SiqGGo

    Check out the Marriage Repair Workshops: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/marriage-repair/⁠

  • You stayed calm. You tried to step away with grace.
    But somehow, she still says, “You’re just running away again.”

    How does a man stay composed when even his best efforts get twisted?
    How do you prepare for conversations that go sideways—even when you come in with love and intention?

    In this powerful continuation of our deep-dive into verbal intimacy breakdowns, we explore the real reason spirals keep happening—even when you’re doing everything “right.” You'll discover:

    Why your most respectful exit still gets interpreted as weakness

    How to see past the immediate pain and recognize who the real enemy is

    What it means to emotionally “spar” like a trained fighter—with precision, grace, and preparation

    How to blueprint your responses to her most difficult patterns (without trying to control her)

    Why success in marriage repair isn’t about changing her—but about being prepared for anything

    Whether she’s accusing you of giving up, or you’re wondering how to even stay in the ring without getting crushed—this episode gives you a new model for staying emotionally grounded and spiritually focused.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/our-support-system/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKG5Tpv7aPE

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  • You kept your cool. You stayed patient. You even had a great moment together.

    So why did it still fall apart?
    Why does it feel like something invisible hijacks the whole conversation—and suddenly you're the villain in a story you don’t even recognize?

    In this powerful episode, we unpack one of the most overlooked forces in marriage repair: the third presence in the room—and how uninvited spiritual attacks twist even our best efforts into chaos.

    Discover:

    Why verbal intimacy can disintegrate even after a perfect start

    What happens neurologically and spiritually when emotions hit level one

    How to recognize satanic narratives whispering lies about your wife—and yourself

    What it looks like to build a pre-scripted plan for spiritual and emotional resilience

    And how to reflect without falling into shame traps or walking away from growth

    If your wife is constantly asking, “Why do you always run away from these conversations?” and you're asking yourself, “Why do I always end up being the problem—no matter how hard I try?” —this episode is your lifeline.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/letter-to-my-returned-missionary-self/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCo1tcBpyBc&t=4s

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  • You finally get some momentum. Conversations go smoother. She's smiling again. You’re doing your part—and it seems like you’re headed in the right direction.

    Then out of nowhere… everything blows up again.
    What happened? Where did it go wrong?

    In Part 1 of this new series, Maurice introduces one of the most emotionally relatable breakdowns men experience in marriage repair: when progress falls apart suddenly, and you're left feeling confused, attacked, and defeated.

    Using a brilliantly reimagined story from ancient scripture (with a humorous twist), we explore how distorted messages, assumptions, and emotional exhaustion can sabotage both husband and wife—even when both are trying to do the right thing.

    If you’ve ever felt blindsided by a sudden spiral in your relationship, this episode helps you identify:

    What caused the misunderstanding

    Why things escalate when you're depleted

    How assumptions corrode even the best efforts

    And what it takes to end the cycle before it starts again

    It’s not just a story. It’s the spiritual, emotional, and practical playbook for those asking:
    "Why does it always fall apart right when things start to feel okay?"

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/thought-sequencing-a-step-towards-self-mastery/

    Rather Watch Something? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ohQCiqAEzM&t=3s

    Check out the Marriage Repair Workshops: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/marriage-repair/⁠

  • You’re giving your all.
    You're showing up, staying patient, checking off the list…
    But she’s still frustrated, still doesn’t feel filled, and you’re left wondering:
    “What more could I possibly give?”

    In Part 5, we go deep into the painful cycle where both spouses feel empty, where needs aren't being met, and where resentment starts to grow on both sides.

    Maurice walks us through a powerful metaphor—the Bishop’s Storehouse in week one of the pioneer era—to explain how marriages survive when both partners are depleted. This episode reveals how emotional scarcity leads to desperate demands, and how to stop measuring your value by the needs you can’t meet.

    We explore:

    Why your efforts still feel unseen

    How her desperation isn’t manipulation—it’s survival

    Why not having what she needs doesn’t mean you’re failing

    And how to build a relationship that thrives on consecration, not consumption

    If you've ever asked, "Why does it feel like no matter what I do, it’s never enough?"—this is the episode that reframes the whole question.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/what-is-betrayal-trauma-how-does-it-impact-me/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjixUFwtWRM

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  • You try.
    You listen.
    You take notes.
    You meet every request you can.

    But somehow... it’s still not enough.

    In Part 4 of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher, we unravel the real reason her fear sounds like frustration—and why your efforts, even the sincere ones, might not be landing the way you hoped.

    This episode explores the psychological survival mode behind urgent or emotional "needs" conversations, and how both partners can feel like they’re failing—even when they’re trying their best. Using vivid metaphors like pioneers crossing frozen plains, Maurice shares how to replace "resource panic" with something more powerful: consecration, compassion, and shared emotional resilience.

    If you’re wondering:
    🧠 "Why does she act like I should’ve seen this coming?"
    💔 "Why does her desperation feel like accusation?"
    ⚒️ "Why do I still feel like I’m failing her, even when I give all I can?"

    …this episode will help reframe the pain—and offer a way through it.

    Want to read more about this topic? https://www.lifechangingservices.org/triggers-vs-alarms/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HAX-mDM-Yw&t=1s

    Check out the Marriage Repair Workshops: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/marriage-repair/⁠

  • You’ve been given the advice:
    “Just figure out her needs—and meet them.”

    So you did.
    You asked. You tried. You even made a list.

    But somehow, instead of bringing you closer… it only made things worse.

    In Part 3 of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher, we challenge one of the most widespread (and dangerous) misconceptions in modern marriage repair: that "needs-fulfillment conversations" are the answer to everything.

    Maurice breaks down why this popular approach may actually sabotage connection—and why your efforts to meet her needs might be making her feel more disconnected, not less. You’ll learn why checking boxes isn’t the same as building trust, and how consecration, not compliance, is the path to healing.

    For the man who’s asking:🧠 “Why do I feel like a failure even when I’m doing everything right?”
    ❤️ “Why does she still feel unseen, even when I’m trying so hard?”
    …this episode could shift everything.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/let-god-prevail-how-to-be-a-tool-in-gods-hands/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWwFGh0s1Rw

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  • You’ve followed the steps.
    You’ve rebuilt your identity.
    You’ve even invited her back to the construction site of your relationship.
    But she still doesn’t trust it.
    She still doesn’t join.
    And deep down you’re wondering… “What’s the point of all this work if she’s not coming with me?”

    In Part 2 of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher, we unpack why rebuilding trust and connection doesn’t happen just because you’re trying.
    Maurice breaks down the "seasons of marriage" model and reveals the painful truth: you might be progressing—but that doesn’t mean she’s healed.

    Learn why Season Four work is more than duct tape repair. It's a complete meltdown and remolding of who you are. Discover the hidden dangers of diagnosing her recovery for her, and how inviting her without pressuring her is one of the most respectful (and difficult) steps a man can take.

    This episode is for the man who's trying—really trying—but feels like the finish line keeps moving.
    Because sometimes, progress doesn’t feel like repair… but it still matters.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/overriding-fear-in-marriage-repair/

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    Check out the Marriage Repair Workshops: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/marriage-repair/⁠

  • You wrote the mission statement.
    You regulated your emotions.
    You started listening more and reacting less.
    You’re doing everything she asked for…
    So why does it still feel like it’s never enough?

    In this powerful and personal episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher, Maurice sits down with a husband whose year-long journey of self-mastery, emotional refinement, and identity building is finally bearing fruit—but not without a painful, messy process.

    We explore the hidden reasons why your efforts might still be met with skepticism, why polishing your Marital Mission Statement and Identity Statement matters more than she realizes, and why internal change must come before external validation.

    If you’re exhausted, confused, and questioning whether all this “work on yourself” is really worth it…
    This episode will show you why it is—and how to keep going when no one seems to notice.

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/using-the-pattern-for-growth-to-fine-tune-the-agile-checklist-for-becoming-better-husbands/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0AG2dwUUtTo

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  • You’re doing your best. You’re keeping her updated. You’re setting reminders. You’re trying to “zipper” your communication so it’s thoughtful, loving, and timed right.
    But somehow… she still ends up hurt.
    She still feels disconnected.
    And you’re left wondering:
    “What more can I do? I’m not trying to hurt her—I’m trying to protect our relationship.”

    In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher, we explore the impossible tightrope many husbands walk: loving your wife without accidentally wounding her, communicating with care without triggering her fear, and trying to show effort without sounding like you’re checking boxes.

    Maurice dives into the advanced (and often painful) principle of zippering—how two people can take turns sharing in emotionally intense moments without blowing up the engine of connection. Learn why even small emotional misfires destroy intimacy, and how to stop the spirals before they start.

    This one’s deep. It’s raw. It’s real. And if you’ve ever wondered why love still feels like war, this episode might just be your turning point.

    Want to read more about this topic? https://www.lifechangingservices.org/our-support-system/

    Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ks65eS6bJIs⁠

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  • You’re using tools. You’re setting reminders. You’re writing things down.
    Not because you don’t love her—but because you do.
    But somehow, she still feels hurt… unseen… disconnected.
    And now, the more tools you use, the more it feels like she thinks you’re just checking boxes.

    In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher, we dive into the frustrating paradox so many husbands face: “I’m doing everything I can to love her better—but she still doesn’t feel loved.”

    We explore how tools like reminders, writing, and even AI aren’t signs of failure—but signs of growth. We uncover why a wife’s pain is real even when it doesn’t make logical sense, and how to communicate effort in a way she can finally trust.
    Because connection isn’t built by being perfect—it’s built by owning your process, inviting her into it, and being humble enough to grow in plain sight.

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  • You’re trying. You really are. You’re learning, studying, setting reminders to show her you care.
    But somehow… it still doesn’t land.
    She says things like:

    “If you loved me, you’d remember on your own.”
    And you’re left wondering:
    “Why does it feel like every tool I use to love her… backfires?”

    In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher, Maurice dives into a husband’s often-unspoken pain: “She wants me to change, but she doesn’t see the effort behind it.”
    We explore how to approach emotional connection with transparency, how to explain your mortal limitations with kindness (not defensiveness), and why the delivery of your effort matters as much as the effort itself.

    You’ll learn how to take responsibility without shame, communicate progress without sounding like a checklist, and love her in a way she can finally feel—even if you’re not “there yet.”

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/how-did-you-win-your-most-difficult-recent-battle/

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  • You’re finally doing the work. You’re reflecting more. You’re studying intimacy. You’re even trying to lead.
    But she still doesn’t feel safe, seen, or satisfied.
    And she’s not joining you on the journey. Why?

    In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher, we dig into a truth few men realize: Your effort doesn’t count if she can’t see it.
    Maurice explores why emotional transparency, seasonal awareness, and pre-flight relationship check-ins are essential—not just for you, but for her ability to join you in rebuilding connection.

    If you’re tired of hearing “I don’t feel connected” even after you’ve changed, this episode will give you tools, clarity, and hope for how to bridge that gap.
    This isn’t about blame. It’s about learning how to show her the progress you’re making—before your marriage becomes another case of “too little, too late.”

    Want to read more about this topic? ⁠⁠https://www.lifechangingservices.org/the-battle-of-perspectives-laman-nephi-and-the-power-of-faith/

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  • If you're wondering why your wife still doesn't feel emotionally close or satisfied in your marriage—even after you’ve tried to be more present, more supportive, or more spiritual—this episode is for you. And if you're a man feeling stuck, thinking, "Why does she have so many complaints when I’m doing everything I can?", you're not alone.

    In this honest and eye-opening workshop episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher, Maurice dives deep into the Intimacy Pyramid—a vital framework for understanding why connection often falls apart even when you think you're doing things right. With relatable humor, raw honesty, and practical steps, you'll learn how to stop checking boxes and start building something real.

    This is part 1 of a crucial conversation. Bring your humility, leave your ego at the door, and come ready to build—brick by brick.

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