This week, Jen and Maddy are breaking down what it actually means to fight fair in relationships. 

From everyday disagreements to bigger, emotionally charged conflicts, they explore how couples can navigate tension without saying things they can’t take back.

Whether you’re conflict-avoidant, always the one who caves, or feel like your partner “wins” every argument, this episode offers practical tools for handling disagreements in a way that builds trust instead of resentment.

Key Topics

• Why conflict is a cornerstone of healthy relationships
• The difference between disagreeing and fighting
• How to stay respectful when emotions escalate
• Recognizing when it’s time to pause a conversation
• “Kitchen sinking” and why piling on never helps
• Giving and receiving feedback without defensiveness
• Finding a middle path instead of trying to win
• Repairing after a fight and moving forward
• Navigating conflict after trauma or in high-stress life transitions

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Downtown Behavioral Wellness: Founded by Maddy Ellberger, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is a private therapy practice in NYC specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments for young adults and middle-aged clients dealing with life transitions, anxiety, and the unique challenges of their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, career stress, or emotional regulation, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is there to support you every step of the way.

Manhattan Wellness: Led by Jennifer Teplin, Manhattan Wellness is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to helping young professionals in New York City. Specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and major life transitions like dating, engagements, and new motherhood, the team at Manhattan Wellness provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients navigate the ups and downs of their 20s and 30s.

Co-Host: Maddy Ellberger
Co-Host: Jennifer Teplin
Executive Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach