Casualties of Love & War!: A deeper look at when you & your significant other are secretly at war with each other!

25/08/2023 1h 18min
Casualties of Love & War!: A deeper look at when you & your significant other are secretly at war with each other!

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Episode Synopsis

What is the biggest reason couples fight? Are you having the same fight over and over again? Do couples fight because they love each other? Is it normal to argue in a relationship every day? True or False? Couples who argue feel “safe” to express their emotions. Do all couples argue? Agree or Disagree? couples who argue love each other more than couples who never raise their voices at each other. This is a great sign, as it shows that you and your partner have a strong bond that is so tight that a good fight or two may not break you. True or False? Couples who argue are more vulnerable with each other. They can express if an action or words of their spouse have hurt them or if they think they are wrong. Agree or disagree? Couples who argue also have better communication than those who don’t. True or False? Contrary to popular opinion, people who do not argue do not have good communication because even as they are talking, they are not talking about the things that matter, things that can help improve their relationship. How do individual differences in communication styles contribute to conflicts between couples? What role does unresolved childhood trauma play in creating conflict within relationships? How does the lack of emotional intimacy impact the dynamics between partners? In what ways can unmet expectations lead to ongoing conflicts in a relationship? How does the presence of power struggles within a relationship contribute to ongoing conflict? What impact does a lack of trust have on the overall health of a relationship? How does unresolved conflict from previous relationships affect current partnerships? What role does poor conflict resolution skills play in perpetuating ongoing relationship conflicts?