Denial can be a useful coping mechanism for difficult situations but what happens when it starts negatively impacting your life and relationships? In today’s episode, I sat down with marriage and family therapist Dr. Jane Greer to discuss how to work through denial to live a happier and more fulfilled life. 

Dr. Greer shares with us how to recognize denial within ourselves and our relationships, how to gain the courage to make changes, and we even get into the interesting topic of communicating with departed loved ones. Dr. Greer is an amazing expert in so many different areas and this episode has something for everyone, so take a listen!

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[01:42] About Dr. Jane Greer

[02:27] Dr. Greer’s journey in the world of sex, love, and relationships

[11:35] How do you know if denial is present in your life? 

[15:00] Dealing with another person's denial and expectations

[19:59] Components of denial & reaching a breaking point

[25:05] Emotional pain manifesting as physical pain

[27:22] Communicating with departed loved ones through signs

[41:10] Speaking your truth and acknowledging denial

[45:32] Dr. Greer's favorite date

 

Connect with Dr. Jane Greer:

Website

Am I Lying to Myself? How To Overcome Denial and See The Truth

The Afterlife Connection: How To Communicate With Departed Loved Ones

Intimacy: 101 Hottest Questions, 101 Honest Answers

How Could You Do This To Me? Learning To Trust After Betrayal

What About Me? Stop Selfishness From Ruining Your Relationship

Adult Sibling Rivalry: Understanding The Legacy Of Childhood

Gridlock: Finding The Courage To Change in Love, Work and Life

Doctor on Call Hour