How can men protect their wives beyond physical strength?
On this episode of “The Catholic Gentleman,” John Heinen, Sam Guzman and Devin Schadt discuss three ways men can cherish their wives!
1. Use Emotional Stability as a Shield
When men manage their emotions effectively, they create a safe space for their wives. Devin says “we need to protect our wives from our personal war that we wage on ourselves.” By shielding them from stresses and frustrations in a healthy way, men can foster a more supportive marriage by ensuring they feel secure.
2. Be a Consistent Presence
A calm presence during times of distress can be incredibly reassuring. Sam says “life is filled with struggles with anxieties, if I had been like, ‘Oh my goodness, this is so inconvenient,’ I would have made her anxiety go through the roof.” This consistency acts as a pillar of strength to lean on for greater confidence and peace when navigating difficulties together.
3. Show Tenderness as a Virtue
Being attentive to needs, having empathy and offering genuine support are powerful virtues. Devin says “women want our emotional strength. Does it mean that we just shut down and we are the cold guy who’s super resilient and we just have no emotions? No. But it does mean that our emotions are well regulated.”
The gentlemen say embracing these aspects of strength are great ways to transform a Catholic marriage!
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Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the Church!
Source: George Ryan via ChurchPOP
