About the episode

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In this episode, you'll learn how to respond when your partner accuses you of being in victim consciousness or acting too masculine, how to practice self-containment and emotional regulation, how to shift relationship dynamics through behavioural surrender, and why focusing on your own fulfillment can lead to deeper connection.



Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction  

[00:50] Responding to accusations of victim consciousness  

[02:13] Why pop psychology phrases can be harmful  

[03:16] The role of containment in relationships  

[05:37] Self-soothing versus expecting external validation  

[06:58] Why men and women both need self-containment  

[08:00] When emotional overwhelm becomes unmanageable  

[09:10] How a partner can offer grounding and stability  

[10:00] The importance of staying in your lane  

[11:25] Why focusing on appreciation shifts relationship dynamics  

[12:22] The power of choosing whether to stay or leave  

[13:07] Avoiding the trap of making your partner wrong  

[13:50] Strengthening the relationship instead of breaking it down

Resources Mentioned:

The Surrendered Wife by Laura Doyle | Book or Audiobook

Om Rupani’s Relationship Training | Website

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