Healthy Fighting - How to Disagree with Respect, with Mary Jane McCarthy, LAC
Description
We’re not used to thinking about fighting with our partner in a healthy way, but it is possible to have fights with your partner, rooted in respect, that bring you closer together. This episode explores:
- How to fight in a healthier way
- Signs of unhealthy fighting
- How to effectively take a break from arguments
- Feeling emotions versus acting on those emotions
- Changing patterns of fights and arguments
- Tips to regulate your emotions, body, and mind
- And so much more!
CONTENT:
(0:00 ) Introduction
(1:36 ) The Benefit of Disagreements
(4:29 ) What is Healthy Fighting?
(6:35 ) Elements of a Healthy Fight
(10:49 ) Example of a Healthy Argument
(14:58 ) Don't Try To Make Your Partner Feel Bad
(20:17 ) Signs an Argument Is Becoming Unhealthy
(21:34 ) How to Effectively Take a Break From Arguing
(24:17 ) Change Takes Time, Don't Rush It
(29:15 ) How To Take A Break, Step by Step
(35:29 ) Feeling Emotions Versus Acting on Emotions
(38:32 ) Regulating Physical, Emotional, and Mental Energy
(45:57 ) Accountability and Behavior Change
(48:06 ) Signs of Abuse in Arguments
(53:04 ) About JBWS & Resources
Resources:
If you are in an unhealthy relationship and living or working in Morris or Passaic County, New Jersey JBWS can help call our 24-Hour Helpline at 1.877.782.2873 or visit jbws.org/services
If you notice controlling or unhealthy behaviors in yourself, JBWS can help. Call 973.539.7801 or visit jbws.org/jcnv
If you don't live or work in Morris County, NJ please call 800.799.SAFE (7233)
Intro and outro music donated by Billy Morris
United States
