You know that thing your partner does that just annoys the hell out of you!? Chewing too loud, eating your leftovers, leaving the kitchen a mess, making the 'ahh' noise after taking a sip of water. You know what we're talking about. Well, you don't have to let those behaviors annoy you so much. Listen to today's show to learn how to deal with your partner's annoying habits.

• Learn the important difference between annoying behaviors and toxic relationship behaviors
• The importance of assuming good intentions from your partner
• Understanding the underlying reasons you are annoyed with your partner's behavior
• How to have a real conversation with your partner to make progress when it comes to annoying behaviors
• Learning to change yourself before trying to change you partner
• And much more!

Dr. Seth Gillihan is a clinical psychologist, author, blogger and host of the Think Act Be podcast. His therapy practice focuses on mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy for a range of issues, with in-person and video conference appointments available. Seth is the author of The CBT Deck and A Mindful Year, co-written with Dr. Aria Campbell-Danesh.

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