Keeping Attraction Alive

This episode of the Focus on the Family Strengthening Marriage Podcast explores how to sustain attraction in long-term marriages, drawing on insights from Deborah Felata’s book *Love in Every Season*. Host John Fuller, joined by marriage experts Dr. Greg Smalley and Erin Smalley, discusses the 'spring season' of marriage—characterized by intense emotional and physical attraction—and emphasizes that attraction is multifaceted, encompassing physical, personal, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. The hosts highlight that while physical attraction may fade over time due to aging or health challenges, deeper forms of attraction grow stronger when nurtured through intentional connection. They share personal stories, including a friend’s wife battling serious illness, to illustrate how love and attraction can persist beyond physical appearance. A key takeaway is the 'attraction list' exercise—categorizing what draws you to your spouse across heart, soul, mind, and strength—to rekindle connection and reduce pressure on any single aspect of attraction. The episode concludes with a call to action: take a free marriage assessment, support the ministry, and receive a copy of *Love in Every Season*.