Should you do the work and heal unhealthy relationship patterns BEFORE entering a relationship OR can your partner help you heal? In this episode, I am debunking three common myths about healing in relationships because believing them can hold you back or make you think that your relationship is doomed when it's simply not the case. I'll be getting vulnerable and sharing some personal examples about areas that I'm still healing in my current relationship, as well as what is required from you and your partner if you want to have a relationship that facilitates growth and healing for you both.In this episode:02:20 - Why there’s no such thing as being “fully healed”03:50 - The difference between a toxic relationship and a relationship that experiences rough patches06:16 My personal struggle with conflict in my relationship06:43 - How childhood trauma can manifest as an unhealthy coping mechanism in relationships08:39 - The core step you need to take to stop attracting emotionally unavailable people09:25 - Can your partner help you heal?Resources and links mentioned in this episodeDownload my FREE Core Values Worksheet Listen to Episode 23: Moving on Too Quickly? How To Tell If You’re Ready To Date AgainJoin the Choosing to Heal Community and Book ClubFull Show Notes HERE Connect with Monica:Follow Monica on Instagram , Facebook and TikTok.To learn more about Monica, dive further into topics mentioned, or to submit a topic/guest request, visit her website at www.monicaleighblog.comFollow the podcast on Instagram and FacebookJoin Monica’s email list to become an exclusive insiderThank you for listening to Choosing To Heal with Monica Leigh! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe & leave a review to help support the podcast and keep future content coming!