Hello

There was a long season in my marriage when I felt very alone, even though nothing looked obviously wrong from the outside.

I loved my husband, but I was overwhelmed. I tried to manage everything — the house, the children, our relationship — and I became critical and controlling without realizing it. No matter how hard either of us tried, we kept missing each other. We argued often, and even in quiet moments I felt disconnected and tired.

 

After many years together, I sometimes asked myself, “Is this all there is?” For a while I wondered if our marriage would survive or if I had the strength to keep trying.

In searching for help, I was introduced to the work of a Laura Doyle Relationship Coach. What I learned wasn’t about fixing my husband. It was about changing the way I showed up — learning respect, self-care, and letting go of control.

 

The changes were small at first, and not perfect. But over time our home became calmer. We started laughing again. I felt more peaceful, and our connection slowly grew stronger.

We still have hard days, like any couple. But there is warmth and affection between us now that I once thought was gone.

 

Last year, on our 40th anniversary, we renewed our vows.  That experience is why this work matters so much to me. I know how heavy marriage can feel, and I also know how hope can quietly return.