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Nov 2021
45m 12s

Inviting a Reluctant Partner Into Relati...

DR. ALEXANDRA SOLOMON
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When one partner is ready and committed to doing the deep emotional work of improving a relationship, and the other partner is not quite there yet, it can feel like a difference that is impossible to bridge. In this solo episode, Dr. Alexandra explores “Relational Self-Awareness Discrepancies,” sharing tools and ideas that couples can use to generate empathy ... Show More
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