The ONE Thing 474. The Uncomfortable Questions That Could Save Your Key Relationships
Oct 14, 2024
Jenn Lewis, a passionate advocate for intentional relationship growth, shares her heartfelt experience with The Goal Setting Retreat. She recounts her emotional first encounter with uncomfortable questions that sparked vulnerability in her relationship. Jenn and host Jay Papasan discuss how the retreat fosters deep communication, helping couples align their goals and connect on a deeper level. They highlight the transformative power of addressing tough topics, proving that significant growth often starts with courageous conversations.
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First Retreat Caused Tears
- Jenn Lewis recalls her first goal-setting retreat was emotionally intense and surprising.
- The deep questions sparked tears and vulnerability unexpectedly in a busy restaurant.
Clarify Retreat Purpose Early
- Clarify the purpose when inviting a partner to a goal-setting retreat to avoid resistance.
- Ensure both partners understand the intention to foster genuine participation and vulnerability.
Two Voices Build Bridges
- Having two goal-setting voices requires alignment and compromise to draw a line between their desires.
- Revealing true goals often strengthens a relationship by encouraging bridge-building rather than division.