Foreplay Radio – Couples and Sex Therapy
473: Happy New Relationship!
Jan 3, 2025
Kick off the New Year by reflecting on the habits that hinder your relationship. The hosts encourage personal responsibility in making changes rather than waiting for your partner. Discover the balance between self-awareness and emotional growth for better intimacy. They also explore managing anxiety in relationships through self-regulation techniques. Hear personal commitments from the hosts for a healthier partnership, all while emphasizing the importance of open communication and meaningful gestures of love.
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Quick takeaways
- True change in relationships begins with individual self-awareness and personal responsibility instead of waiting for a partner to change.
- Practicing self-compassion and emotional regulation enhances vulnerability and fosters deeper connections between partners in a relationship.
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The Challenge of Personal Change in Relationships
Attempting to change the dynamics of a marriage is often met with frustration, as partners hold onto the belief that their spouse must change first. Both individuals typically come to therapy seeking solutions to common issues like poor communication and unsatisfying sexual experiences, but true change begins within each person. The focus should shift from wanting a partner to change to examining personal behaviors and contributions to the relationship's challenges. This approach encourages partners to recognize their own agency in fostering improvement by committing to their changes and responses instead of waiting for the other to initiate change.
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