Relationships Made Simple (for Men)

If you feel like you already have a great marriage, how do you know when things are slipping? How to measure progress? What are some ways to think about setbacks, and how do you get back to a secure place without forcing it? I'll answer those questions here. If you want some support, you can reach out to me at bryce@brycebauer.com

One of men's highest values is freedom, and one of their greatest fears is being manipulated. Many men settle into a "fine, I'll do it" philosophy to avoid arguments. They hold the belief that their wife likes to control them. I'll help you break down whether that's really true and how to work through the request/ resistance pattern in a productive way.

Did either of your parents ever sit down and actively listen to you for 30 minutes straight? No one raised their hand. What does this say about our own "attention deficit", our lack of presence, and our relationship struggles? Have you ever done this for your spouse or kids? Tune in for specific instructions on what it takes to create a home culture that facilitates meaningful connections.

Emotional fragility and overwhelm cause us to shut down. Conflicts don't get repaired if we are shut down. This can cause a pattern of frustrating attempts and failures. I talk about the types of "shut down", what it looks like, and a few ideas on how you can approach this from an empowered place.

Questions 1. What can I do if my wife doesn't want to have sex anymore? 2. How do I lead in my marriage? 3. How do I heal the relationship with my dad? And, a few other things thrown in there. The next men's retreat is Sept. 25-28, 2026 in St. George, UT. Email me at bryce@bryceauer.com if you want more details.

I thought it would be worthwhile to sit down and record a conversation with my wife. Jenny has been a marriage and family therapist for the last 20 years, so she carries a ton of wisdom. She's helped me understand the female/ wife perspective, and she's helped me grow into a solid husband. She's the best. If you want to hear exactly how we talk to each other every day, here it is.

Men respond to reasons, so here are a few. Our insecurities drive a lot of our behavior. If we understand them, we have more control over how we respond. If you and your partner understand each other's insecurities, you will be able to respond to each other more effectively. You won't get stuck trying to fix the wrong problem, over and over.

I forgot to plug my mic in, so the audio is a little off. I answer a few questions. 1. What's the most common communication mistake couples make? 2. Why do couples often feel like roommates instead of partners? 3. What do men most commonly misunderstand about women in relationships? 4. What do women most commonly misunderstand about men? 5. How much of our relationship struggles come from our fami...

In this episode, I speak to those who struggle with angry outbursts. Why does this happen? Why am I controlled in some areas of my life and not in others? What can I do? What are some better ways to think about my relationship to anger?

Have you ever watched yourself or someone else treat their partner poorly and wonder, "Why is this allowed?" There are some fascinating reasons why this happens, specifically in marriage. It won't change unless we are aware of what we're doing and why we're doing it. I've got a Men's Retreat happening in St. George, UT (Sept. 25-28). You can email me at bryce@brycebauer.com if you want more info.

Your wife has probably figured out that she doesn't always feel emotionally safe with you. How do you respond to that? Do you know why she says this? Do you know what she means? Do you know how to make it better? If you want 15 minutes of direct feedback, listen in.

Respect is about feeling seen. When we feel seen, we feel valued and respected. I'll give you a few simple practices you can implement today that will help your wife or partner feel respected.

If you find yourself consistently feeling unappreciated, it's most likely because of the way you've set up your relationship. Nice guys set up covert contracts, lie about how they're feeling, and overextend themselves as a way to earn respect and appreciation. If that doesn't work, they can start to feel resentful, frustrated, and confused. I'll talk about how this works and give you some new...

If you don't want to hear my political opinion, skip this one. I share what I think, and then I give you a few relational moves to make, no matter where you land on the political spectrum.

Do you ever find yourself stuck, not knowing what to say or do to make your partner feel safe with you? I got you. I'll give you specific scripts from real-life examples. It's not that complicated. If you've never heard someone talk like this before, this episode will be eye-opening.

I have a theory that Men generally struggle with commitment more than women in relationships. This is less about checking the boxes of "good husband" and more about their ability to commit to emotionally leaning in. When we don't lean in, our partners don't feel like they can lean in either. This distance often becomes the thing couples argue about. Tune in to hear my take on commitment.

We can struggle to assess whether or not we are being manipulated because our autonomy is so valuable. In intimate relationships, couples can get caught in arguments about motives when we feel afraid to do what's being requested of us. I'll give you a simple process to assess manipulation and a few real-life examples.

You can read your wife's mind if you try. This is similar to that elusive attunement thing you've been hearing about. I'll break it down in simple terms, give you some real-world examples, and a short homework assignment if you're up for it. If you want to work with me or us, you can visit: bryce@brycebauer.com

The issue that "Nice Guys" have with dating is not that they're nice. That's a myth. The issue is that they kill the vibe without realizing it. There are several ways they do this and it's pretty easy to change these patterns if you know what to look for. I'll unpack that here and go through a crash course in what moves to make as you move into the dating pool and beyond. For direct help visit: ww...

In this episode, I'll explain the specific type of emotionality that is difficult to deal with, how you make it worse, and how you can interrupt this pattern in a matter of minutes.

Have you ever heard someone go off about something or someone and then follow it up with "I don't care"? That's a strategy that's used when feelings get too big. If you use this phrase often, let me tell you why this isn't helping you get what you want.

In this episode, I will give you some familiar and specific scripts that couples repeat and tell you what's actually happening in these conversations. I bet you will be surprised. I'm also throw in a few new moves you can make so you don't get caught in circular arguments about nothing that don't make sense. Tune in! www.brycebauer.com

How much should physical attraction matter? What if you're already in a relationship where attraction is lacking? What factors play into our own feelings of attraction to our partner? Tune in.

In this episode, I interview Mike Elliott, co-host of The Scared We Podcast with Courtney Wren. This was an enlightening and personal conversation on Sacred Masculinity, Relational Leadership, Emotionally Satisfying the Feminine, and Initiating Men into Devotion and Emotional Responsibility. It's also a model of two men, having a relational conversation about the most important topics in life. Mik...

In this episode, I talk about how to avoid Roommate Syndrome and what to do if you're stuck there. I also talk about our relational capacity, which drives how we set up our relationships. If you want to dive in more, join a Men's Group! www.brycebauer.com www.jennymorrow.com