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In today’s episode, we welcome back Karla Downing for an insightful conversation about healing relationships. Together, we dive into practical ways couples can improve communication, rebuild intimacy, and navigate challenges like addiction and dysfunctional patterns. 

Karla shares wisdom on speaking the truth in love, managing emotions, and fostering empathy and curiosity. We discuss the importance of patience, seeking outside support, and grounding our efforts in grace and compassion. Whether you’re facing tough seasons or just want to grow closer, this episode offers hope, encouragement, and actionable steps for building a healthier, more connected relationship.

To learn more about Karla and her resources, visit ChangeMyRelationship.com.

Topics Covered in this Episode:

• Practical advice for couples facing relational struggles
• Importance of communication in building intimacy
• Managing emotions and maintaining patience during healing
• Speaking the truth in love and expressing personal truths
• Challenges such as defensiveness and reactivity in communication
• Role of mutual curiosity and understanding between partners
• Emotional maturity and its impact on relationship dynamics
• Strategies for effective communication and conflict resolution
• The significance of seeking outside help and support
• The process of healing and restoration in relationships affected by addiction and dysfunction

More Resources:

• Nine Keys to Successful Marital Conflict Resolution
• When Love Hurts: 10 Principles to Transform Difficult Relationships
• Speaking the Truth in Love

Related Podcasts:

• Eight Practical Steps of Forgiveness
• Intimacy in Marriage: Why Being Fully Known and Loved Matters
• Working Through Emotional Disconnection in Marriage

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