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Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel

I Love You One Day, I Hate You The Next

Mar 4, 2024
A young couple grapples with the emotional turmoil of a high-conflict marriage. The husband seeks effective communication while the wife confronts feelings of instability. They discuss how past experiences shape their current struggles and highlight the importance of addressing conflicts directly. Through candid reflections, they explore the balance of tenderness and aggression, revealing how small disagreements can escalate. With a focus on empathy and connection, they aim to rediscover the love that initially brought them together.
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Quick takeaways

  • Conflicts in couples often stem from underlying childhood experiences, leading to emotional eruptions.
  • Effective communication strategies like vulnerability and active listening can foster understanding and connection in relationships.

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Understanding Conflict Dynamics

Conflicts in couples often revolve around three distinct patterns: direct fighting, silent withdrawal, and one partner escalating with the other minimizing. These conflict dynamics lead to eruptions fueled by underlying issues rooted in past childhood experiences. Miscommunication and differing approaches to resolving disagreements contribute to emotional distance, volatility, and lack of trust.

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