ERP 388: How to Clear Resentments To Avoid The Roommate Syndrome In Relationship — An Interview With Monica Tanner

Are you feeling stuck in your relationship, grappling with resentment, or sensing that you and your partner have unwittingly transformed into mere roommates? If so, you're not alone. Maintaining a fulfilling, long-lasting relationship can be challenging in a world where the dynamics of love and partnership are constantly evolving. Relationship advice often comes from all directions and it's easy to find ourselves lost in a sea of conflicting guidance. In this insightful conversation, Monica Tanner and Dr. Jessica Higgins delve into practical strategies to address these challenges head-on. The conversation reveals that successful relationships require intentional effort, a commitment to understanding, and the courage to engage in constructive conflict. From cultivating curiosity and practicing vulnerability to navigating differences with grace, they offer actionable steps to reignite the spark in your relationship and avoid falling into the dreaded roommate syndrome. Monica Tanner, Relationship Coach and host of the Secrets of Happily Ever After podcast, transforms marriages with simple communication, connection, conflict resolution, and commitment strategies. Her mission is to lower the divorce rate and improve marital satisfaction. Through her engaging podcast, vibrant social media community, and practical programs, Monica's expert guidance has impacted thousands of couples, by helping them ditch resentment and roommate syndrome and get back to living their happily-ever-after love story. Check out the transcript of this episode on Dr. Jessica Higgin's website. In this episode 5:46 Monica’s quest to understanding genuine relationships. 8:38 The challenges of maintaining passion and longevity in modern relationships. 17:18 Nurturing healthy relationship dynamics through boundary setting. 23:16 Navigating emotional withdrawal: The impact of negative interaction patterns. 28:11 Recognizing and addressing hidden resentment. 41:24 Cultivating respectful disagreements and nurturing healthy communication. 48:19 The role of curiosity, interest, and creative problem-solving in deepening intimacy and passion in relationships. Mentioned The Space Between: The Point of Connection (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Free Intimacy Quiz Relationship Map To Happy, Lasting Love Shifting Criticism For Connected Communication Connect with Monica Tanner Websites: monicatanner.com Facebook: facebook.com/monica.tanner2 Instagram: instagram.com/monitanner1 Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/secrets-of-happily-ever-after/id1345544810 Connect with Dr. Jessica Higgins Facebook: facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship  Instagram: instagram.com/drjessicahiggins  Podcast: drjessicahiggins.com/podcasts/ Pinterest: pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins  Twitter: @DrJessHiggins  Website: drjessicahiggins.com   Email: [email protected] If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please contact me by clicking on the “Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins” button here.  Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship.  Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here.  Thank you!   *With Amazon Affiliate Links, I may earn a few cents from Amazon, if you purchase the book from this link.