Red Flags, Unhealthy Dynamics, and Healing Your Patterns
Do you have that one friend that’s always in a toxic relationship? Is that friend you? I dive deep with therapists Dr. Carli Blau and Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick to explore why so many of us end up in unhealthy dynamics (and how to actually change that). From decoding your own red flags to talking about past relationships with a new partner, this episode serves up some serious introspection.
Today’s questions
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Are there predictors for ending up in an unhealthy relationship, like childhood trauma or attachment wounds...or can anyone end up in one?
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What are common behavior patterns that show up for people who have been in emotionally abusive relationships?
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How do you identify and distinguish between a genuine red flag vs. a personal preference?
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How do you talk about previous relationships and insecurities with a new partner?
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How do you empathize with your partner while still honoring your needs?
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How can you work through and heal from your own red flags?
Our guests
Dr. Carli Blau
Dr. Blau is a licensed therapist and sexologist specializing in relationships, anxiety, and attachment.
Follow Dr. Blau: Instagram | TikTok | Website | Boutique Psychotherapy
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