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- January 24, 2021 at 12:22 pm EST #37776

Tal MandelbaumModeratorShare something from the lesson that you found insightful, or share your impressions from the exercise.
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- August 28, 2025 at 10:09 am EDT #450066
Abbaa Naa’olPartícipeI’ve noticed that sometimes my ego gets in the way in my relationship. When I feel criticized or misunderstood, I tend to get defensive instead of just saying how I feel. I also catch myself wanting to be right all the time, even when it’s not helpful. It’s like I’m more focused on winning the argument than actually solving the problem together.
Looking back, I think some of this comes from how I grew up. In my family, there was a lot of judgment and not much space to talk about feelings. So now, I sometimes criticize or shut down emotionally when things get hard. I also have a habit of pulling away when I feel overwhelmed, which makes it harder to stay connected.
I’m trying to look at these patterns with kindness. They’re not bad—they’re just old habits I picked up to protect myself. But I don’t need them as much anymore. I want to learn how to be more open, more patient, and more present with my partner.
One thing from the lesson that really stuck with me is the idea that these traits aren’t something to be ashamed of. Everyone has them. What matters is noticing them and choosing to grow. That gives me hope.
- August 8, 2025 at 7:35 pm EDT #448358
Nikole RoehlPartícipealtruism…..
- July 31, 2025 at 3:08 pm EDT #447369
Helen
Partícipeit takes two to dance, I am eager to learn how working on yourself is doable and how would that change everything.
- July 17, 2025 at 1:11 pm EDT #445528
Yeshua CatherinekaPartícipeI acquired being judgemental from my family.
I have overcome it not 100 % but to good extent. - February 8, 2025 at 3:07 pm EST #424521
Sheree
PartícipeThe idea that relationships are a mirror is quite insightful. I have something to consider when the tendency to blame is in fact an issue of accepting responsibility. I am encouraged that a loving view of this issue is grounds for true breakthrough and healing of a childhood issue.
- December 30, 2024 at 8:58 am EST #412963
BrendanPartícipeI think that I have had a tendency to downplay problems, something my parents passed to me. I have made some headway on this over the years.
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