The Malnourished Marriage: Emotio...

The Malnourished Marriage: Emotional Nutrients Every Relationship Needs

Strategies for Living by David C. McMillian, Ph.D. and Lauren Leon McMillian, M.S.

Episode notes

On this episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian welcome former divorce attorney and author Nancy Perpall to discuss her powerful book The Malnourished Marriage. Together, they explore the emotional “nutrients” every healthy relationship needs—including communication, trust, laughter, intimacy, attachment styles, and compassion. Learn how relationship “fog” develops, how core wounds impact connection, and practical ways couples can reignite emotional and physical intimacy in long-term relationships. A thoughtful conversation on healing, communication, marriage health, and building deeper connection in stressful times.

Original Airdate: 5/6/2026

Keywords
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