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Carl and Laura discuss marriage, communication, and conflict. They stress clear communication, avoiding resentment, and the dangers of contempt. Carl's week-long experiment of no criticism improved their dynamic. They discuss expressing needs, parenting challenges, and validating feelings. A recent fight led to a breakthrough in understanding Carl's defensiveness. They advocate for frequent, open communication to prevent resentment and contempt.

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