Jillian on Love What Mentally Strong Couples Do NOT Do: A Conversation with Amy Morin
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Mar 25, 2024 Therapist Amy Morin shares insights on what mentally strong couples avoid doing, focusing on personal growth in relationships, navigating boundaries and support, complexity of codependency, healing unmet desires, and strategies for overcoming relationship challenges.
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Amy Morin's Personal Journey
- Amy Morin's work on mental strength stems from personal tragedies, including the loss of her mother and husband.
- These experiences, while painful, shaped her perspective and led her to write her first book.
Trauma and Creativity
- Trauma can be a catalyst for creativity and personal growth, as seen with both Jillian and Amy.
- Channeling pain into creative pursuits can lead to unexpected positive outcomes and new perspectives.
Focus on Self-Change
- Focus on changing yourself to influence your partner, rather than trying to fix them directly.
- Explore your own patterns and behaviors to create positive change in the relationship.