Never Fighting in Relationships is Bad

There is an emotional toll to chronic negativity. Constant criticism or defensiveness doesn't just chip away at trust—it creates emotional distance. Partners start protecting themselves rather than reaching for each other, and intimacy suffers. Every couple experiences tension, d ... Show More

When life feels heavy, uncertain, or overwhelming, hope can feel like a lifeline. Hope isn't just wishful thinking — it's an emotional force that adds meaning to our life! It's the quiet but powerful belief that things can improve, challenges can be faced and that growth is possi ... Show More

Don't ignore your sex life, it's too easy for sex to slide to the bottom of the priority list. Relationship health improves when there is an active sex life. Whether you're struggling to get back in sync with your partner or simply curious about how to keep the spark alive after ... Show More

Why stop fighting when you can keep fighting?   

Why do we fight and how can we resolve conflict in a healthy manner? We’re talking about interpersonal conflict today and answering some of the big questions around fighting with those we love.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

In this episode, John and Vanessa discuss the value of fighting in relationships and how to fight without actually fighting. They emphasize the importance of understanding before trying to be understood, shifting from a combative approach to a more empathetic one, being aware of ... Show More

The argument goes on and on... then you're arguing again about the same thing later. Why does it seem that some arguments never end? I explore the reasons why and other issues when it comes to relating to other people in this extended episode. 

Conflict is inevitable. Here's how to respond to it. To learn more about finding true happiness, check out our bestselling book, NEW HAPPY: Getting Happiness Right in a World That's Got It Wrong! Available at www.thenewhappy.com/book 

Not giving in to what is seen as hopeless. Not settling for what causes you misery. Defying that which is described by others as logical. Being unrealistic. The battle between intentions and logic isn't one of conflict. The two are fighting together on the same side. Your side. 

It's normal to avoid conflict. But if you approach conflict as problem-solving, it might not be so bad. Here's how to turn a fight into a constructive brainstorming session. (This episode originally ran in August 2020.) Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com ... Show More

When someone has wronged you, the emotion of anger pushes you to fight back. But fighting back will just make matters worse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Find out how to break up a dog fight and learn what you shouldn't do. Learn how to tell when a dog fight is serious and get tips on the least dangerous ways break up the dog fight. 

A lot of people come to us wanting to know how to spice up their sxx life & bring the passion back into their long term relationship. And our advice is always VERY unsexy. 😉 We don’t suggest sxx toys, playing in BDSM or learning about polarity. (Although all these things can be ... Show More