

195: Unabridged Interview: Alexandra Solomon
11 snips Feb 14, 2025
Renowned relationship expert Alexandra Solomon shares her insights from her acclaimed work, 'Loving Bravely.' She discusses the importance of self-awareness and understanding past experiences to enhance current relationships. The conversation spotlights the art of apology and the balance between authenticity and boundaries. Solomon emphasizes navigating love with mindfulness while reflecting on personal anecdotes. Expect practical tools to foster thriving intimacy and resilience in long-term relationships, perfect for anyone looking to improve their connections.
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Love Requires Learning
- We assume that people should inherently know how to love, but this is a misconception.
- Love, like driving, requires conscious learning and effort.
Relational Self-Awareness
- Criticizing our partners is easy, but true growth comes from understanding our own reactions.
- Relational self-awareness involves recognizing how our individual baggage interacts with our partner's.
Ghost Busting
- Reflect on your family dynamics growing up, observing how love and conflict were handled.
- Consider the roles you played and the expectations placed on you to understand their impact.