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Episode 2836:
Heather Gray reveals that silence, not conflict, is often the silent killer of connection in long-term relationships. By unpacking the emotional cost of avoidance and offering practical, compassionate scripts for re-engaging, she empowers partners to speak up before emotional distance becomes permanent.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/break-silence-marriage/
Quotes to ponder:
"Silence is giving up and I don't want to do that."
"Sometimes silence is a deliberate choice. No one is yelling or using disrespectful language. However, those on the receiving end of such silence hear the message, "You have ceased to matter."
"Partners stop talking because they fear what might happen after the conversation starts."
