Dr. Ilene S. Cohen, Ph.D., is a psychotherapist and blogger, and teaches in the Department of Counseling at Barry University. Shes a regular contributor to Psychology Today, and her work has appeared in Psych Central and Tiny Buddha. Her practice is fueled by her passion for helping people achieve their goals, build a strong sense of self and lead fulfilling and meaningful lives.
In this episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include:
- Why commitment is the baseline and foundation of a relationship.
- Why it's important to think separately from your partner in a relationship.
- How to manage your own functioning and avoid trying to manage your partner.
- Why we become emotionally triggered and how to deal with it.
- How to take an objective approach to a triggered response.
- Why it's important to not judge yourself for becoming triggered.
- And much more!
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