The Discomfort Zone

Ep #2 Navigating Discomfort in Relationships on and off the Water with Andrew Holcombe


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In this episode of the Discomfort Zone podcast, Anna and her husband, Andrew Holcombe, (they met on the freestyle kayak competition circuit in the early 2000s), discuss their experiences with discomfort and navigating challenges in their relationship.

They share their top 3 discomfort zone challenges as a couple, including the decision not to have children and the difficulties of competing together. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the value of communication, common ground, and accepting what is in order to move through discomfort.

Topics Include:

  • Supporting each other in discomfort requires acceptance, communication, and a willingness to grow together.
  • Independence and pursuing individual goals can strengthen a relationship.
  • Common ground and shared language are important for effective communication and navigating challenges.
  • Working well together requires decisions that work for everyone involved.

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