We Can Do Hard Things 267. The #1 Relationship Strategy with Dr. Becky Kennedy
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Dec 19, 2023 
Relationship expert Dr. Becky Kennedy discusses the importance of repair in relationships, highlighting the negative consequences of not repairing. She explores the difference between repair and apology and the difficulty of apologizing. They also discuss the power of repairing relationships and the impact it can have on both parties, emphasizing the importance of listening and understanding. The podcast also covers various topics for parents, from diaper mishaps to cashback rewards.
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Repair Rewrites Relationship Stories
- Repair means returning to moments of disconnection to take responsibility and acknowledge impact.
- It allows rewriting the story of a relationship moment, creating connection and love.
Repair Changes Memory Narrative
- Memory is events plus every time recalled, so repair changes memories in real time.
- Therapy works by creating new safe contexts, altering your story about past events.
Repair Goes Beyond Apology
- Apology is often a conversation closer, while repair involves lingering and truly reconnecting.
- Repair requires sitting with someone, validating feelings rather than offering quick apologies.