Trauma is ALWAYS part of a marriage relationship—either trauma we bring with us from childhood or trauma created while we're married. Either way, trauma can open a chasm of disconnection and conflict between us, or it can bring us close together than ever! It all depends on whether we battle each other or join forces and battle the trauma together. In this podcast, you'll learn the 5 Steps to Connecting in Trauma and Conflict—Sit in One Another's Emotions (fight through being "pain-averse")Use Validation and Inquiry (as opposed to "deny and defend")Be Accountable (vs rationalizing and justifying)Show TRUE Empathy (instead of sympathy and going into "victim=mode")Give Support (vs "shutting down")Visit the PBSE website at: pbsepodcast.com Find out more about Steve Moore at:  Ascension CounselingLearn more about Mark Kastleman at: Reclaim Counseling ServicesWhen you battle trauma together, your marriage can survive porn addiction and even thrive!—https://www.reclaimcounselingservices.com/can-marriage-survive-pornYour marriage can even survive the trauma and devastation of infidelity!—https://www.reclaimcounselingservices.com/how-to-mend-your-marriageIt's here! Mark & Steve's online recovery, healing and support program—Dare to Connect!3 times every week, you get Mark and Steve for 30-minute LIVE support & mentoring sessions (a total of 1 1/2 hours!). Monday for Addicts; Wednesday for Spouses; and Friday for Couples.Conquer Addiction, Heal Betrayal Trauma and Repair Your Relationship!Visit:   www.DareToConnectNow.com