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Ep 243 - Reviving Fondness and Admiration
Manage episode 465269414 series 3399575
In this episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, Tim and Ruth Olson dive deep into the challenges of fostering fondness and admiration in relationships despite obstacles like resentment, stress, and complacency. Drawing insights from Gottman's 7 Principles for Healthy Relationships, they explore how unresolved conflicts can build barriers to appreciation between partners.
The Olsons share practical strategies to help couples address these issues, emphasizing the importance of consistent positive actions even when emotions don't align. Through engaging discussions, they highlight how minor conflicts can escalate if not addressed, ultimately leading to deeper resentment.
Listeners are invited to implement small daily practices to combat these challenges, such as expressing gratitude and rediscovering their partner's admirable qualities. With the episode's guidance, couples can transform their relationships, reconnect on deeper levels, and nurture a renewed sense of admiration and fondness.
273 episodes
Manage episode 465269414 series 3399575
In this episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, Tim and Ruth Olson dive deep into the challenges of fostering fondness and admiration in relationships despite obstacles like resentment, stress, and complacency. Drawing insights from Gottman's 7 Principles for Healthy Relationships, they explore how unresolved conflicts can build barriers to appreciation between partners.
The Olsons share practical strategies to help couples address these issues, emphasizing the importance of consistent positive actions even when emotions don't align. Through engaging discussions, they highlight how minor conflicts can escalate if not addressed, ultimately leading to deeper resentment.
Listeners are invited to implement small daily practices to combat these challenges, such as expressing gratitude and rediscovering their partner's admirable qualities. With the episode's guidance, couples can transform their relationships, reconnect on deeper levels, and nurture a renewed sense of admiration and fondness.
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