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Building Healthier Relationships with Better Communication, with Kier Gaines

Nov 28, 2024
Kier Gaines, a licensed therapist known for his impactful insights on healthy communication, discusses the art of expressing emotions and needs in relationships. He highlights the societal influences that shape men's communication styles and offers strategies for emotional expression. The conversation dives into the complexities of feedback during conflicts and how cognitive distortions can cause misunderstandings. Kier emphasizes that understanding and empathy are crucial for enhancing relational dynamics.
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INSIGHT

Communication Barrier for Men

  • Many men struggle to express needs and feelings in relationships due to societal conditioning.
  • This lack of emotional communication training creates a significant barrier in relationships.
INSIGHT

Overestimating Communication Skills

  • People overestimate their communication skills, especially when receiving feedback about hurting their partner.
  • Accepting feedback about unintentional harm is a major challenge in communication.
ANECDOTE

Gender Differences in Communication

  • Kier Gaines contrasts men and women's communication styles, noting women have more practice with emotional expression.
  • He attributes men's implicit communication to societal pressures and fear of vulnerability.
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