I would love to hear from you. What did you think about this episode? Do you have any questions? What if the person you love has you living on eggshells while telling you it’s all a joke? We open the door on emotional bullying—how it hides behind sarcasm, withdrawal, and scorekeeping—and why so many caring partners end up doubting their reality. With a clear, compassionate lens, we map the five sovereign relationship needs—love and belonging, freedom, fun, safety and survival, and empowermen...
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I would love to hear from you. What did you think about this episode? Do you have any questions? What if the person you love has you living on eggshells while telling you it’s all a joke? We open the door on emotional bullying—how it hides behind sarcasm, withdrawal, and scorekeeping—and why so many caring partners end up doubting their reality. With a clear, compassionate lens, we map the five sovereign relationship needs—love and belonging, freedom, fun, safety and survival, and empowermen...
Ep60 What We Expect vs. What We Express: Bridging the Gap in Relationships
The Better Relationships Podcast
34 minutes
4 months ago
Ep60 What We Expect vs. What We Express: Bridging the Gap in Relationships
Send us a text Ever wondered why some relationships crumble despite no obvious conflicts? The answer might lie in something invisible yet powerful: unmet expectations. Dr. Dar dives deep into what she calls "the silent relationship killer" – those unspoken guidelines that shape how we interact with others and experience emotions in our relationships. Expectations aren't merely hopes or desires; they're fundamental frameworks formed by our personal values, past experiences, and cultural influ...
The Better Relationships Podcast
I would love to hear from you. What did you think about this episode? Do you have any questions? What if the person you love has you living on eggshells while telling you it’s all a joke? We open the door on emotional bullying—how it hides behind sarcasm, withdrawal, and scorekeeping—and why so many caring partners end up doubting their reality. With a clear, compassionate lens, we map the five sovereign relationship needs—love and belonging, freedom, fun, safety and survival, and empowermen...
