Relationship Truth: Unfiltered

”Ask Leslie” Part 2: Speaking Up in a Destructive Relationship

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In this episode, Leslie & Julie discuss the following listener questions/topics:

  1. How does staying calm help others see their own behavior more clearly?
  • What distinguishes appropriate reactions from inappropriate ones?
  • How should one handle a spouse who insists on arguing in front of children?
  • What advice can you provide for overcoming the fear of speaking up and handling criticism?
  • How can one respond to a spouse who uses profanity and initiates fights?
  • What strategies can be employed to address criticism and communication shutdowns?
  • How do you balance assertiveness with expressing love in a relationship?
  • How does personal healing and growth impact communication patterns?
  • What steps can one take to recognize control and choose battles wisely?
  • How can difficult conversations be handled in a productive and empathetic manner?
  • How do you address resistance to feedback and constructive criticism in relationships?

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    Relationship Truth: UnfilteredBy Leslie Vernick