What comes to mind when you think of what it takes to be a supportive partner in your relationship? Being in a relationship is beautiful, but you can run the risk of losing yourself if you’re not careful. You have to be mindful to communicate with your partner who you are, what you want, and how you can best be supported. In today’s episode, I am joined by the beautiful badass wife of Dr. Phil, Robin McGraw. They’ve been married over 45 years and she came to debunk any myths you have around what it takes to be a loving and supportive partner, especially when your significant other is larger than life and has a strong personality. She shares why she is so passionate about the importance of taking care of yourself and being okay with putting yourself first in order to show up 100% for your family. She’s unlocking the secrets of what it takes to spend a meaningful and purposeful lifetime together with the one you love, so take notes.  SHOW NOTES: Supportive Wife | Robin on wanting to support Dr. Phil and not missing any shows [1:30] Purpose | Not being conflicted about your purpose, making sure your partner supports it [6:44] Changes | Robin explains why talking about changes together in marriage is so important [8:51] Non-Negotiable | Robin on what her deal breaker was and communicating that [10:25] Frustration | Robin on how she powers through anger with journaling and not lashing out [15:51] Put Yourself 1st | Why caring for your family isn’t a sacrifice but requires you to be #1 [18:58] Firm Beliefs | Robin on telling him how to treat you and what you want [28:17] Forgiveness | Robin on Dr. Phil not forgetting to mail hundreds of handwritten letters [30:39] Divorce | Robin discusses why divorce is not an option and early conversations about it [38:10] Payoff Phase | Robin shares what the dessert phase is like after 45 years married [42:40]  Follow Robin McGraw: Website: https://www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/robin_mcgraw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinmcgrawofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robin_mcgraw/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPYeLvLCbf05dLQEwQanb2w Check out our sponsors: Blinkist: Go to https://blinkist.com/woi Try it FREE for 7 days and save 25% off your new subscription. Teonan: Go to TEONAN.com and use the code WOI to get 15% off your first purchase. Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact? Calling all Badasses!! If you really want to level up your confidence game, check out the WOMEN OF IMPACT SUBSCRIPTION, specially designed to turn you into the badass you were born to be!  Women of EXTRA Impact Subscription Benefits: New episodes delivered ad-free Exclusive access to listen to Women of Impact round table discussions, weekly motivation, previously unreleased episodes, and more!  Subscriber-only access to an additional 4 podcasts with hundreds of archived Women of Impact episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists, and updated weekly. Looking to boost your confidence? Check out the Get Confident playlist.  Want to repair and heal your relationships? Start with Love Lab.  Curious about your health? We’ve got you covered in Health Hub.  And of course, weekly boosts of mini-motivation from Lisa herself that'll have you strutting through life with your head held high on the Badass Boosts playlist  Don't settle for mediocrity when you can be extraordinary! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/457ebrP Subscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices