We're Done. When Blowouts Lead to Breakups (& How to Fight Fair)
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We're all posting photos of the good times but never of the bad. Doesn't mean it ain't happening. In this episode Sid drops some big news & we also get into:
- the deeper meaning to fighting
- why your relationship needs arguments
- most offensive argument problems
- both partners need emotional airtime
- arguments cannot always default to one victim
- what "active listening" actually is
- why women don't leave the past in the past
- the argument clapback
- everyone should get a turn to be the designated calm one
- when giving them a taste of their own medicine is right
- intention vs reception = 2 COMPLETELY different things
- apologizing is a power move
- the proper way to apologize (NO "sorry, but")
- "sorry" does not buy you the chance to do it again
- the fast track to squashing an argument
- scheduling in "discussions"
- take your pick: maintaining your relationship or maintaining your ego
- conflict resolution incompatibility is a deal breaker
- there's only losers in a you vs me argument
- setting intentions pre-discussion (like in yoga)
- arguing is a skill that you have to work on like reps at the gym
- residual "I hate you" post-argument feelings
- treat yourself after a blowout
- call out your shortcomings
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