The authors make a strong case for what they perceive to be the dominant form of dialogue for centuries – the monologue. “For eons, monologue and its vertical structure have predominated not only intimate partnerships but also in virtually every other kind of human relationship – king and subject, lord and servant, father and son, […]
Chap. 8: Developmental Challenges of Connecting
This week, we’re exploring the Developmental Challenges of Connecting. In the two earlier editions of Getting the Love You Want, Harville and Helen used the term “wounded” to describe how we all come out of childhood. l never liked the term. I certainly didn’t feel wounded and most of the folks who come into my […]
A New Year: Reexamine Your Relationship
It’s a brand new year, a great time to reexamine your relationship. Before going on to Chapter 8, let’s take a look at what conscious couples know. If you are in a relationship, check off the ones that are already a part of your ingrained knowing. The authors state: “Based on the practices conscious couples […]
