What if the “stuck” feeling isn’t confusion… but self-abandonment asking to be seen? In I Awaken, hosted by Archita, attorney and mediator Veronica L. Nabizadeh (the “Battle-Weary Wife Whisperer”) names the hidden exhaustion so many wives carry in silence.
This episode is for anyone torn between staying and leaving—especially if you’ve been over-functioning, tiptoeing, or carrying the emotional load alone. You’ll walk away with a calmer lens, cleaner boundaries, and a simple practice to de-escalate conflict and come back to yourself.
About the Guest:
Veronica L. Nabizadeh is an attorney, mediator, and relationship guide who supports women and couples through painful relationship crossroads. She trained with Terry Real and shares her framework in her book Don’t Throw in the Towel Yet.
Episode Chapter:
00:00 Intro: the quiet loneliness inside “trying harder”
03:05 What “battle-weary wife” really means
07:10 The self-blame trap and asking better questions
11:30 The “quiet control” pattern and resentment buildup
16:10 Misery stabilizers and the cost to your body and spirit
20:05 Boundaries that protect without escalation
23:10 Stop, Drop & Roll: regulation before resolution
27:20 The one question: “What’s the most loving thing for me now?”
Key Takeaways:
- Name exhaustion as information, not failure.
- Notice “quiet control” (tiptoeing to manage fallout).
- Track resentment like compounding interest—don’t ignore it.
- Use “Stop, Drop & Roll” to de-escalate and self-inquire.
- Practice loving boundaries: firm tone, clear pauses, return later.
How to Connect With the Guest:
https://marriagerelationshiprestart.com/book
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