In this final episode of Season 5, we discuss three factors that are essential to maintaining a healthy and fulfilling relationship: emotional intelligence, emotional availability, and emotional connection. 

In contrast to last week’s episode which was based on the perspective of male partners, this one is from the wives’ perspective. 

Every relationship will benefit when both partners are able to recognize, manage, and share their emotions. So, I hope this episode helps you better understand the emotional dynamics that are present in long-term relationships and how you can show up in ways that serve both you and your partner! 

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Time Stamps:

[00:42] Welcome to the final episode of Season 5

[04:49] Different words that men and women often use to describe similar emotional events

[05:41] Exploring the concept of emotional labor

[06:50] What emotional intelligence (EQ) is and how it can impact your relationship

[10:42] Understanding what it takes to develop your EQ

[14:57] Key ingredients for effective communication

[18:02] Five practical tips for boosting your EQ

[26:05] What emotional availability is and why it’s an important part of a healthy relationship

[28:40] How to develop your levels of emotional availability

[32:53] Quick and easy tips for boosting emotional availability in your relationship 

[38:41] Exploring the concept of emotional connection

[40:12] The three key bids for connection

[45:04] How to recognize and respond to these bids from your partner 

[51:46] Why (and how) I prioritize quality time

[55:28] An overview of the three core concepts discussed in this episode

[56:40] Consequences of being physically present but emotionally absent (or vice versa)

[1:00:51] Today’s thought/heart-provoking questions for your journal