Netflix and chilling may sound like the punchline to a tired marriage joke, but what if it could actually help save your relationship? Sharing a favorite show—or simply curling up together on the couch—can create an easy opening for conversation, rekindle intimacy, and remind you why you fell in love in the first place.

Why do smart, capable women sometimes stay in marriages that leave them unhappy, unseen, or emotionally depleted? Explore the powerful forces—from low self-esteem and fear of starting over to financial concerns—that can keep us ignoring those flapping red flags.