Resentment & Reactivity: Breaking the Cycles That Keep You Stuck
Episode description
In this episode of The Weaponized Marriage Podcast, Kendra and Ryan Hewitt dive into two of the most damaging patterns in marriage: resentment and reactivity. Why do women tend to harbor resentment while men lean into reactivity? And how do these hidden dynamics quietly sabotage connection, intimacy, and trust? Sharing personal stories—from missed lunches to deeper wounds—they unpack how old patterns creep into everyday moments and what it takes to break free. Whether you're keeping score or struggling to control your reactions, this episode will open your eyes to new ways of showing up in your marriage with freedom, grace, and strength.
Key Takeaways:
Why resentment builds silently (especially for women)
How reactivity masks deeper wounds (especially for men)
What the "tit-for-tat" trap looks like—and how to get out of it
The power of recognition and ownership in stopping toxic cycles
How small shifts (like gratitude and acknowledgment) change everything
Practical ways to step into a new operating system for your marriage
"Men tend to react. Women tend to resent. Either way, you’re stuck in a cycle until you both get honest."
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