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Jan 2023
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How to Stop Emotional Invalidation | E33...

DR. LISA MARIE BOBBY
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Feeling invalidated is at the core of communication issues. When couples fight, they're usually fighting to be heard. Feeling shut down, or bulldozed by your partner is not just frustrating — if it happens routinely it can damage your relationship. Today, learn why emotional invalidation happens and what you can do to stop it. By the end of the episode, you ... Show More
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