{"podcast":{"title":"My Perfect Romance","slug":"my-perfect-romance-7063069","podcast_index_feed_id":7063069,"rss_url":"https://feeds.castos.com/ozd93","website_url":"https://myperfectromance.com","image_url":"https://episodes.castos.com/6711de25adbb22-90915127/images/MPR-1400-Square.jpg","author":"Lisa Owens","episode_count":96,"summary":"Valerie, Courtney and Lisa share and discuss all things romance whether it be books, movies, love stories or your stories.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-09T00:19:20.932315+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/my-perfect-romance-7063069"},"episode":{"title":"How To Save Your Marriage by Lee Baucom | May 27, 2026 089","slug":"how-to-save-your-marriage-by-lee-baucom-may-27-2026-089","published_at":"2026-05-27T12:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/my-perfect-romance-7063069/how-to-save-your-marriage-by-lee-baucom-may-27-2026-089","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/my-perfect-romance-7063069","url":"https://myperfectromance.com","audio_url":"https://episodes.castos.com/6711de25adbb22-90915127/2491730/c1e-mpg9mh48nx0c5k8kj-474nxg7kc793-syqmcf.mp3","summary":"In this episode, we explore practical, action-oriented strategies to repair and strengthen your marriage based on Lee Balcom’s principles. Whether you're feeling disconnected or just want to deepen your connection, these insights can help guide your journey toward emotional safety, better communication, and lasting love. Main content insights: The distinction between simple and easy solutions in relationship work; real change requires effort. Focus on self-change by improving communication, emotional responses, and trust, which in turn can significantly impact the relationship. Relationships are dynamic; they either grow or shrink, be proactive in fostering growth. Shifting mindset from blaming your partner to focusing on your own behaviors fosters accountability. Small, consistent actions to rebuild trust and emotional safety are more effective than grand gestures. Avoid blaming or shaming; emotional safety is prioritized over superficial romance. The importance of recognizing that emotional disconnection occurs gradually and needs gentle, ongoing attention. Responding positively to bids for attention and connection is crucial; the Gottman Institute emphasizes bids and response rates. Address issues early before they escalate; waiting until problems become unbearable reduces relationship resilience. Working on oneself doesn't enable bad behavior but can empower you to make healthier choices including walking away if necessary. Communication through daily routines, like walks or shared activities, sustains connection over time. Defensiveness is a primary relationship killer; practicing vulnerability and understanding reduces conflicts. Love survives without admiration and respect; both are foundational for lasting partnership. Personal growth and positivity are attract…","meta_description":"In this episode, we explore practical, action-oriented strategies to repair and strengthen your marriage based on Lee Balcom’s principles. Whether you're…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2701,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/my-perfect-romance-7063069/episodes/how-to-save-your-marriage-by-lee-baucom-may-27-2026-089/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/my-perfect-romance-7063069/how-to-save-your-marriage-by-lee-baucom-may-27-2026-089.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}