We Can Do Hard Things How to Heal Unhealthy Relationship Patterns + Glennon & Abby On Marriage
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Aug 15, 2024 Glennon, a leading advocate for mental health, and Abby, an expert in personal relationships, tackle the intricacies of healing unhealthy relationship patterns. They discuss the three essential steps for personal transformation, ponder the relevance of taking a spouse's last name, and share advice for queer individuals navigating the dating scene. Their exploration of marriage through a queer lens challenges traditional norms, emphasizing self-love and connection as pivotal to fostering healthier partnerships.
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Updating Your 'Software'
- Identify old patterns driving unwanted behaviors, like chasing disinterest.
- Discomfort in these moments signifies growth and a chance to update your 'software'.
Staying Embodied
- Stay present in uncomfortable situations instead of dissociating.
- Use your agency to implement new beliefs and sit with the discomfort.
Self-Love as a Solution
- Replace old, negative self-talk with affirmations and self-love.
- Redirect the energy used for chasing disinterest to pursue self-care.