“Focus on the longing and not the criticism.”
In this episode of We Can Do Hard Things, Esther Perel tackles tough relationships by answering common questions people have. She emphasizes the value of professional help in uncovering the root of our struggles. They delve into the power of therapeutic letter writing, a tool for breaking negative childhood patterns and fostering healthier connections. Esther, Glennon, Abby, and Amanda also offer guidance on supporting loved ones navigating relationship difficulties, emphasizing empathy and respecting boundaries.
At rooh, we encourage you to listen to this podcast because:
- We often have difficulty recognizing our own biases and limitations when trying to help those we love and care about. This episode challenges us to think about how our own experiences can impact the manner in which we interact with those around us and how we can reframe our thinking to become better listeners.
- Esther emphasizes the importance of taking care of ourselves and how supporting our loved ones can sometimes be draining. In situations like those, Esther discusses ways in which we can continue to be good friends while prioritizing what we need at the same time.
- It can be a challenge to communicate effectively with people we have gotten into the habit of having a less than ideal relationship with. Abby, Glennon, and Amanda talk to Esther about how letter writing has helped them, and how it can be an extremely useful method of opening new levels of communication with our loved ones.
