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Episode 7: How to Build Healthy Relationships
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Publish Date: 2016-01-29 20:02:36
Description: Episode 7: Building Healthy Relationships As we look to Valentine's Day and #FixingLoveFebruary, The Brain Mechanics wanted to jump into some of the internal dynamics of relationships and communication. When you are describing interactions between two people, it is often times difficult to describe and translate complex ideas and meanings. The episode introduces some concepts and strategies to establish and maintain strong bonds. Timeline: 1. How should we understand the gaps in perception with regards to homelessness? Two posed positions are: 1) I've picked myself up by the boot straps so, if I could do it then they should too. Most of the homeless can't capitalize on opportunity and enjoy living off the system. 2) People will mental illness struggle because they do not have the capabilities to make good decisions and need to be taken care of. Its my responsibility to take care of my fellow man, animal, and ultimately the environment. (2:38) 2. Why does my brain and why do my thoughts make me think that I have never had and never will have a good day? (29:15) 3. How come some people react differently when they are under stress? (31:06) 4. What is Rationality & Irrationality? (31:30) 5. The Importance of Feedback in Decision Making. How do we start making better choice maps? (38:05) 6. A more effective parenting strategy. (43:52) 7. What is the key to keeping my relationship strong? (46:14) 8. Keys to making relationships work: Honesty, Consistency, Mutually Understood Ground Rules. (50:00) 9. Should I talk to my girlfriend/boyfriend everyday? (50:30) While #FixingLoveFebruary is about intimate relationships, this 'cast touches on a number of relationship types and strategies for keeping things going! Please give it a listen and give us your questions, comments, and concerns!
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