Join us for invaluable advice from Isaac on effective communication with your partner to establish and maintain healthy boundaries. Strengthen your relationship and enhance your well-being with these essential tips.
0:00 Introduction
0:07 Remembering a time when we argued over small things
0:16 Whole couples therapy session on trash-related issues
0:26 The importance of speaking up to prevent resentment
0:33 Harmony allows resentment to grow
0:43 The key phrase: "Hey babe, I need to protect us from my resentment
0:54 Teaching clients about the impact of resentment
0:56 Introducing tough conversations with empathy
1:01 Using the slogan to cue a tough conversation with a partner
1:06 I need to protect us from my resentment" as a cue for a tough conversation
1:13 Creating a safe space to discuss feelings without blame
1:21 Owning the emotions and not shifting blame to the partner
1:28 Cueing empathy and curiosity in the partner
1:41 Using the phrase to avoid defensiveness and encourage curiosity
1:56 Expressing feelings without blaming the partner
2:00 Acknowledging the possibility of the partner's contributions
2:06 Encouraging open communication and resolution