Elizabeth Earnshaw - The Problem With Modern Relationships

Nov 28, 2021

Elizabeth Earnshaw, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and relationship expert, dives into the complexities of modern relationships. She discusses the evolution from traditional marriage to partnerships centered on personal growth. Key topics include the impact of changing gender roles and social media dynamics. Elizabeth also addresses infidelity's psychological nuances and the importance of emotional regulation. Through constructive communication and genuine understanding, she advocates for healthier connections, urging couples to embrace flexibility and deeper conversations.

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ANECDOTE

Infidelity and Transformation

Liz Earnshaw shares a story about discovering infidelity in a past relationship.
This prompted a major life shift, leading her to start a private practice and change her approach to relationships.

INSIGHT

Meaning-Making in Relationships

Modern relationships are shifting from utilitarian and romantic to meaning-making.
This shift adds pressure as couples seek existential fulfillment from their partners.

INSIGHT

The "I Don't Need This" Narrative

Not needing marriage can lead to dedication but also a higher breaking point.
This mindset creates questions about the relationship's purpose when challenges arise.

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Modern relationships face some pretty unique challenges, and sometimes it seems like those challenges are only growing. Thankfully, there are people out there like Liz Earnshaw! This was such an enjoyable discussion, and we go heavy on modern dating and marriage problems, "pathologizing" your partner, the shifting meaning of things like marriage and partnership, the need for flexibility, even the changes in gender roles. If you're with someone currently, dive in together!

Over the last decade, Elizabeth Earnshaw, LMFT has become one of today’s most trusted relationship teachers. Elizabeth is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Fellow of The American Association of Marriage & Family Therapy. She is the Head Therapist at Actually, where she is working to make relational wellness mainstream & accessible. She also owns A Better Life Therapy in Pennsylvania & New Jersey, where she supports clinicians who are helping couples every day. She trains and supervises therapists as an Approved AAMFT Supervisor. In addition to making couples therapy more accessible, she is the author of “I Want This To Work”. Elizabeth is also the host of Hash it Out on Good Risings where she offers advice to everyday relational conundrums. She is frequently asked to talk about relationships with media outlets like Mind Body Green and The Huffington Post and has been featured on numerous podcasts.

Connect with Liz

-Website: https://www.elizabethearnshaw.com/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizlistens/

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lizlistens

-Book; I Want This To Work: An Inclusive Guide to Navigating the Most Difficult Relationship Issues We Face in the Modern Age: https://amzn.to/3lh0T7W

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