When you ask your spouse for something, they should feel free to respond with either a “yes” or a “no” without fearing your reaction.
If you ask for something from your spouse but don’t genuinely allow them the option to decline, you’re actually making a demand.
Demands are about control. While they might give you a momentary sense of satisfaction, in the long run, they erode the foundation of friendship and can even lead to the breakdown of a marriage.
Removing demands from your marriage can yield remarkable results.
In my years of coaching, I’ve observed that many people mistake demands for requests.
So, do you find yourself making requests or demands in your relationship?
Please keep in mind that I’m specifically referring to couples here.
Blessings
-Ade