Are you the person who flips someone off in traffic, or do you feel like your partner "should just know" what you need without being asked?,. In this episode of The Framework, licensed therapist David Waselkow and entrepreneur Tyler dive into the "blind arena" of entitlement, a hidden psychological force that might be the root of your anger, road rage, and relationship conflicts

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Entitlement isn’t just for "snowflakes" or a specific generation; it is a universal human dilemma that affects how we drive, lead, and love. We break down:
• The Operational Definition: Understanding entitlement as the belief that you are inherently deserving of special treatment or privileges simply because of who you are.
• The "Blind Arena": Why most people are completely unaware of their own entitlements until they result in affective distress (negative feelings like rage or frustration).
• The Rules of the Road (and Home): How road rage and relationship "decrees" are actually emotional protests against the world not following your unwritten rules.
• The Workplace & Parenting Trap: Why "bossing" isn’t leadership and why parents must earn a relationship with their children rather than demanding it by title alone.
• Humility vs. Ego: Why the path to success is littered with fuckups and how to use humility to turn mistakes into growth.

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Stop the Conflict. Start the Work. Most relationship disputes are actually disputes regarding the rules,. If you find yourself constantly angry, feeling victimized by others' behavior, or struggling to maintain a high-functioning relationship, it’s time to look at the rules in your blind arena.

Relationships are work, and you don’t "deserve" a great one, you earn it through honesty, needs advocacy, and rule negotiation. Ready to unpack your rules? If you are tired of the cycle of frustration and want to develop the self-awareness necessary for a sustainable, satisfying life, let's get to work.

Schedule a consultation or therapy appointment with David Waselkow to start applying The Framework to your own life and relationships.