Chapter
The Importance of Healing in a Thriving Relationship
47:09 - 53:16 (06:06)
Building a healthy relationship is a continuous process that requires constant healing through open communication and authenticity. Couples therapy takes place both during and outside of sessions, where partners can be honest with one another and work through their struggles together.
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The tendency to engage in a "pain Olympics" - comparing whose pain is greater - in relationships is not productive and leads to both parties feeling like they're struggling.
47:09 - 47:56 (00:46)
Summary
The tendency to engage in a "pain Olympics" - comparing whose pain is greater - in relationships is not productive and leads to both parties feeling like they're struggling. It's important to communicate openly instead of acting out.
ChapterThe Importance of Healing in a Thriving Relationship
EpisodeDating Is Hard: Why Forgiveness Isn’t Always The Answer w/Lori Gottlieb EP 1190
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Couples therapy is more than just downloading the argument of the week.
47:56 - 49:37 (01:41)
Summary
Couples therapy is more than just downloading the argument of the week. The best results of couples therapy come from what happens outside the therapy room.
ChapterThe Importance of Healing in a Thriving Relationship
EpisodeDating Is Hard: Why Forgiveness Isn’t Always The Answer w/Lori Gottlieb EP 1190
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Building a thriving relationship requires a constant focus on healing and creating a safe environment for partners to process their emotions.
49:37 - 52:30 (02:53)
Summary
Building a thriving relationship requires a constant focus on healing and creating a safe environment for partners to process their emotions. Love can wound, but it can also heal if partners prioritize each other's safety and healing.
ChapterThe Importance of Healing in a Thriving Relationship
EpisodeDating Is Hard: Why Forgiveness Isn’t Always The Answer w/Lori Gottlieb EP 1190
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The key to building trust in relationships is authenticity, where partners can show up as who they truly are without fear of judgement or being used against them.
52:30 - 53:16 (00:45)
Summary
The key to building trust in relationships is authenticity, where partners can show up as who they truly are without fear of judgement or being used against them. Emotional regulation is the best thing parents can do for their children to develop this skill.