Psychotherapist on How to Avoid Pitfalls that End Relationships | Esther Perel on Impact Theory

Published: Jan. 19, 2021, 1:30 p.m.

On this episode of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu is joined by Psychotherapist, New York Times Bestselling Author, and host of the emotionally raw and tell-all podcasts \u2019How\u2019s Work?\u2019 and \u2018Where Should We Begin?\u2019 Esther Perelto discuss such matters and more as they explore the pitfalls you need to be on the lookout for that might be killing your relationships, connections, or marriage. They discuss the downfalls you need to be on the lookout for that pose a threat to your relationships, what complacency looks like, why so many couples get it wrong when trying to solve their differences, the power of words and the meaning behind them, how culture comes into play in your relationship, how to understand other\u2019s perspectives, and the tools you need to have a healthy and thriving relationship with anyone in your life.\xa0\n\nSHOW NOTES:\xa0\nDownfalls | Esther reveals the things that kill relationships. [0:17]\nComplacency | Esther reveals the step-by-step process of how complacency creeps in. [2:36]\nBlind | Esther reveals why so many people in a relationship fail to see their mistakes. [6:14]\nCombativeness | Esther reveals the many dynamics of how couples blame each other. [7:33]\nWords | Esther reveals the power of your words and how you frame your problems. [10:03]\nCulture | Esther reveals how culture comes into play with relationships. [12:56]\nContextualize Yourself | Esther reveals how we can value things differently. [13:58]\nMeaning | Esther discusses the importance of the meaning behind what you say. [17:47]\nBusiness | Esther reveals why so many business relationships fail. [19:54]\nPerspectives | Esther discusses how you can begin to see other\u2019s perspectives. [21:47]\nTea | Tom shares a story where he and his wife, Lisa, argued over a cup of tea. [26:06]\nFighting | Esther reveals how we fight over lack of respect and recognition. [28:18]\nRoles | Esther discusses roles, expectations, and flexibility in a relationship. [30:27]\nTools | Esther reveals the key tools you can use to get the most out of your relationship. [31:28]\nConnect | Esther shares how you can engage with her and continue to learn from her. [33:28]\xa0\n\nFOLLOW ESTHER: \nTwitter: twitter.com/estherperel\nFacebook: facebook.com/esther.perel\nInstagram: instagram.com/estherperelofficial YouTube:...\n\nCheck out our Sponsors\nCaveday: Try a FREE 3 hour cave at caveday.org with promo code IMPACT\nSkillshare: Explore your creativity at skillshare.com/impacttheory for a free trial of Premium Membership.\nIndeed: Get a FREE $75 CREDIT to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/IMPACT\n\nAre You Ready for EXTRA Impact?\nIf you\u2019re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.\nThis is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.\nSubscription Benefits:\n\nUnlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more\n\nNew episodes delivered ad-free\n\nExclusive access to Tom\u2019s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list\n\nYou\u2019ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more:\n\n\nLegendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement\n\n\nMoney Mindset: Business & Finance\n\n\nRelationship Theory: Relationships\n\n\nHealth Theory: Mental & Physical Health\n\n\nPower Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes\xa0\n\nSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz\nSubscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices