Collectively Unhinged: Therapy Talk

41. Stop Defending, Start Repairing: Phrases That Actually Work in Conflict


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Trying to “get out of trouble” with your partner? You might be making things worse.


In this episode of Collectively Unhinged: Therapy Talk, we unpack why most people say the wrong things during conflict—and how those responses actually escalate arguments instead of resolving them.


We talk about the difference between defending yourself and repairing the relationship, and share specific phrases that can help you de-escalate tension, build emotional safety, and reconnect with your partner.


If you tend to explain, justify, or shut down during arguments, this episode will challenge how you communicate—and give you tools that actually work.


🎙️ Hosted by therapists from Strong Mind Mental Health.


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Collectively Unhinged: Therapy TalkBy Melisa DeMahy and Courtnie Vargas-Rodriguez