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Dec 2023
1h 11m

What Healthy Couples DON’T Do with Dr. A...

RICK HANSON, PH.D., FORREST HANSON
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Just as we can exercise our arms or legs to build physical strength, we can exercise our brains like we do any other muscle. Therapist Amy Morin joins Forrest to help us learn how to regulate our thoughts, manage our emotions, and become more psychologically flexible. These key skills are particularly important for building a healthy relationship. Forrest an ... Show More
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