
Ep253 - Laura Heck | The Science of Great Relationships
Talks at Google
Defensiveness and taking responsibility in relationships
Defensiveness occurs when we feel attacked, leading to counterattacks or whining. Instead, masters of relationships focus on understanding their partner's criticism or complaint and take responsibility for a small part of it, diffusing the situation.
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