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116. Why is my partner defensive and how to change it

116. Why is my partner defensive and how to change it

FromRelationship Psych | Love | Marriage | Conflict | Psychology |


116. Why is my partner defensive and how to change it

FromRelationship Psych | Love | Marriage | Conflict | Psychology |

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Length:
18 minutes
Released:
Sep 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Have you tried to raise an issue to your partner and rather than hear you, they whine, make excuses, or worse – they turn the issue on you?
Maybe you are the person who responds in these ways, and you don’t know why you do this.
 
In this podcast I will cover the common reasons people are defensive, and how to overcome it.
In this podcast we discuss:
- 5 reasons people are defensive
- The role of criticism
- What to do if you’re defensive
- Tools to change defensiveness
- Tools to decrease the chances your partner is defensive
 
 
This podcast is for informational purposes only.
 
Released:
Sep 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Turn the embers of a distant and lonely relationship into a blazing emotionally intimate connection. Are you tired of conflict? Do you dream of a secure and peaceful relationship? Welcome to Relationship Psych, The Podcast. The goal is to teach you to create a strong and connected relationship, that withstands the test of time. Each week I share stories, practical strategies, and have inspiring conversations with guests to help you get and keep the relationship you and your partner dream of. Let's find out how to avoid relationship disaster and become relationship masters.