Relationship Communication Mistakes Couples Make (with Dr. Jenn Mann)

Join Amy Morin, a clinical social worker, and Dr. Jenn Mann, a licensed marriage and family counselor, as they discuss relationship communication mistakes and how to overcome them in The Verywell Mind Podcast.

Who Is Dr. Jenn Mann?

• Licensed marriage and family counselor
• Popular VH1 show host: "Couple's Therapy with Dr. Jenn" and “Family Therapy with Dr. Jenn"
• Author of best-selling books, including "The Relationship Fix"

Why Is Dr. Jenn Considered Mentally Strong?

• Former member of the United States Gymnastics National Team
• Competed in international competitions and performed exhibitions at the 1984 Olympic Games
• Chose a career in mental health to help others benefit from the right mindset

Topics Discussed on the Show:

• The strong link between communication and connection
• How the pandemic affected relationships and quality time
• The concept of stonewalling and its detrimental effects
• Understanding 'cheap forgiveness' and its impact on relationships
• The adverse effects of developing resentment
• Methods for reconnecting after losing it
• Recognizing when you and your partner might benefit from therapy
• The boundaries that couples should establish and techniques to communicate those limits
• The path to take when trust is damaged
• The importance of eye contact in relationships

What You'll Discover About Mental Health and Mental Strength:

• Robust, lasting relationships and mental strength are intertwined.
• Relationships can boost or diminish mental strength, requiring mental strength to create and preserve relationship health.
• It takes courage to address and work on relationship issues, but it's crucial for long-lasting health.

Quotes From Dr. Jenn:

• "Carve out 20 minutes a day to just sit and talk and have that face-to-face time. It's one of the most valuable things that you can do in a relationship."
• "Additionally, we live in a culture and a world that makes it convenient to avoid discussing things. It is far simpler to check your phone, browse Instagram, turn on the TV, take on extra work tasks, go shopping, spend time with friends, do a million other things, avoid confronting pain, avoid resolving issues, and avoid the necessary uncomfortable conversations."
• "At school, we should have a course on life skills that covers not only how to manage a checkbook but also how to communicate after being triggered and how to discuss feelings with your partner when they upset you."
• "You will never be in a good, safe, healthy situation with someone struggling with addiction and refusing to seek help."

Links and Resources:

• Follow Dr. Jenn on Instagram: @Dr JennMann
• Explore Dr. Jenn's books.
• For more details, visit her website: Doctor Jenn.com

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