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Podcast: All Things Marriage with Dr. Chavonne
Episode: Episode 165: How to Not Shut Down
Description: In most of the couples I work with, one person has a tendency to shut down in conflict. This creates a wall to connection and understanding. Shutting down, like any reactive behavior is a coping mechanism designed to protect you. However, it creates a block in moving your marriage forward in a better direction.In today's episode, I'm breaking down the 4 most common reasons this happens, and offering you solutions to help you break this unhealthy pattern. We dive into the mindset with specific beliefs to adopt as well as some initial steps to...