The 5 Stages of A Dying Marriage or Relationship with Becky Whetstone, PhD| 8.20.2025
In this episode, Kristen is joined by Dr. Becky Whetstone, marriage crisis manager, therapist, and author, for an eye-opening conversation on why relationships break down, how to spot the earliest warning signs, and what you can do before it’s too late.
You'll Learn
- The Five Stages of a Dying Marriage — what they are, how to spot them, and why early intervention is key.
- Why recognizing patterns from your past can help disrupt unhealthy dynamics.
- The importance of communicating your struggles directly instead of keeping them hidden.
- How “inner child” and family-of-origin work can strengthen relationships.
- Strategies for managing a relationship crisis when one partner wants to stay and the other wants to leave.
Resources
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I (Think) I Want Out: What to Do When One of You Wants to End Your Marriage
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This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to you to educate you about ideas on stress management and as a self-help tool for your own use. It is not psychotherapy/counseling in any form.