In this episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include:
- How to avoid escalating a disagreement into a fight in your relationship.
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Determining where the fight is coming from by asking, “Is it stemming from you, me or us?”
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Mirroring your partner to help talk your way through a disagreement.
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How going meta and thinking about how you are thinking can help resolve conflict in your relationship.
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Why it’s important to not become the ‘judge’ of the disagreement with your partner.
- And much more!
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Jeremy’s Daily Tool
Mirroring technique.
Relationship Advice Resource
Advice for Newlyweds
Keep learning and avoid moral absolutes.
Advice for Single Listeners
Work on yourself and figure out what you want.
Interview Links
Jeremy’s blog on Psychology Today: Ambigamy