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2594: [Part 1] 5 Steps to Inspire Your Partner to Join You in Attending Couples Therapy by Kyle Benson of Gottman

2594: [Part 1] 5 Steps to Inspire Your Partner to Join You in Attending Couples Therapy by Kyle Benson of Gottman

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 Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2594: Kyle Benson offers a compassionate roadmap for encouraging a hesitant partner to try couples therapy, emphasizing empathy, timing, and emotional safety. His five-step approach helps shift the conversation from blame to mutual understanding, creating a foundation for connection and healing through professional support. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/5-steps-to-inspire-your-partner-to-join-you-in-attending-couples-therapy/ Quotes to ponder: "Don’t try to inspire your partner when you are emotionally charged." "When we ask our partner to go to therapy, we’re asking them to face pain and uncertainty." "Use empathy to validate your partner’s fears or concerns." Episode references: Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): https://iceeft.com/what-is-eft/ The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Principles-Making-Marriage-Work/dp/0609805797 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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