What is your argument style? Find out in our short quiz. You can find a link on our website: https://therelationshipmaze.com.Welcome to The Relationship Maze podcast. In this episode, Tom and Angela explore the importance of acknowledging different perspectives in relationships. We discuss the challenges of taking on someone else's viewpoint and the significance of being able to listen and understand your partner even if there view of the world might be entirely different to yours. In this episode we share exercises and insights from our experience in couples therapy to help you gain a deeper understanding of your partner's perspectives. Tune in for practical tips on improving communication and creating stronger connections with your significant other.00:57 Couples therapy focuses on understanding partner's perspective.05:43 Acknowledging different perspectives fosters personal growth.08:27 Recognizing others' struggles can lead to insight.09:53 Understanding communication and introspection in relationships.13:17 Couples therapy involves exercises to promote listening.19:02 Be mindful of others' reactions and triggers.20:33 Past wounds can create distrust in relationships.22:51 Emphasize empathy to improve communication dynamics.Struggling with a lot of conflict and arguments in your relationship? Learn about communicating effectively and addressing common relationship problems in our Stop Arguing, Start Loving mini course:  https://therelationshipmaze.com/relationshipconflictvsl2.Learn everything you always wanted to know about building and maintaining  loving relationships in our comprehensive course The Relationship Maze, starting with understanding yourself in relationships to understanding your partner and understanding what makes for a successful relationship. We look at common causes of relationship problems and offer solutions. Learn how to address relationship problems and questions without breaking up.