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Everyday Better with Leah Smart

Your 2025 Relationship Reset: How to Stop Fighting About Work With Dr. Alexandra Solomon

Jan 28, 2025
Dr. Alexandra Solomon, a couples therapist and a leading voice in relational self-awareness, joins Leah Smart and Tim Dolan to dive into the impact of work stress on personal relationships. They discuss how workplace dynamics can spill into romantic life, especially when ambition levels differ between partners. Alexandra shares insights on navigating emotional baggage and the importance of open communication in fostering healthy connections. They also explore the evolving nature of partnerships and gender dynamics, offering strategies for a balanced relationship.
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Quick takeaways

  • Work-related stress can lead to relationship conflicts, while relational issues can hinder workplace productivity, highlighting their interconnection.
  • Relational self-awareness is vital for fostering deeper connections, allowing individuals to recognize emotional patterns and the baggage they bring into relationships.

Deep dives

Interconnection Between Work and Relationships

Relationship stress often affects workplace productivity, and conversely, work-related stress impacts personal relationships. If an individual is struggling with their relationship, it can hinder their ability to perform effectively at work, leading to a cycle of frustration and disengagement. Similarly, feelings of burnout or feeling undervalued at work can spill over into personal life, resulting in conflicts at home. Acknowledging this interconnectedness is essential for understanding the full scope of emotional well-being and relationship dynamics.

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