Embracing Conflict for Relationship Growth

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Episode 2687:

Dr. Susan Chanderbhan explains how embracing healthy conflict can transform relationships by building trust, deepening emotional connection, and promoting mutual respect. Learn how to shift your mindset around disagreements and use them as a path to stronger, more resilient bonds.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chandpsych.com/blog/using-healthy-conflict-to-improve-relationships

Quotes to ponder:

"Conflict isn’t inherently bad. In fact, it can be a sign that you and your partner are invested in the relationship."

"Healthy conflict allows for both people to feel heard and understood, even when they don’t agree."

"It’s not about avoiding conflict, but about approaching it with respect, empathy, and an openness to understand."

Episode references:

Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg: https://www.amazon.com/Nonviolent-Communication-Language-Life-Changing-Relationships/dp/189200528X

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