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Sitting in Discomfort: How Therapy Is Changing Our Relationships | #083

Update: 2025-05-12

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Louie opens up about a vulnerable conversation with his girlfriend that challenged their relationship — all through the lens of parts work therapy. He shares how sitting with discomfort, rather than avoiding it, is transforming the way he shows up in partnership. Michael reflects on his own experience with parts work, revealing emotional memories connected to his mother — and how facing discomfort in therapy is reshaping his sense of self. This episode explores:

Why discomfort in therapy can be your biggest breakthrough

Real-life relationship challenges during inner work

How childhood parts show up in adult dynamics

Whether you're in therapy or curious about how emotional healing affects love, this one goes deep. New episodes weekly — follow to stay on your healing journey.

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