EPISODE 131 | Saving Relationships in Politically Charged Times with 47-Year Psychotherapist, Joan Childs
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About Episode 131
Renowned psychotherapist, author, and inspirational speaker, Joan Childs joins us to explore the complex nature of love, hate, and human connection in modern relationships.
With over 47 years of experience, Joan dives deep into why so many couples struggle to stay together, the impact of unresolved childhood trauma on adult relationships, and how political divides are fracturing families and friendships.
Joan shares actionable insights on when relationships can be saved, when it’s time to let go, and the importance of free will, emotional maturity, and communication.
We talk about:
03:00 – What it means to be human: free will, connection, and personal growth
10:30 – Why marriages fail: immaturity, unrealistic expectations, and poor communication
14:00 – The four stages of relationships: codependency, counter-dependency, interdependence, interpersonal support
22:00 – How childhood trauma shows up in adult relationships
24:00 – Encounter-centered couples therapy: healing through connection
35:00 – Political differences and the strain on modern relationships
46:00 – The pleasure-pain principle in relationships and when it’s time to walk away
51:00 – The line between love and hate: understanding intense emotions in long-term partnerships
Episode 131 is for You If...
You find yourself asking questions such as:
Why do we hate the people we love?
Can couples survive political differences?
When is a relationship beyond repair?
How do childhood wounds affect our partners?
How do you reconnect with a partner after years of disconnection?
What role does emotional maturity play in love?
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Read the Interview Transcript - Episode 131
You can find the transcript here.
Links and Resources - Episode 131
Joan Childs' website: joanechilds.com
Joan’s email: joanechilds@gmail.com
Joan's book: Do You Hate the One You Love? Strategies for Healing and Saving Your Relationship
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CREDITS: Original intro and outro music by Ryan Sauls. Episode creation and graphics by Brandi Fleck. Editing by Natasha Rivera. Sound effects from zapslat.com. Bio and photos provided by Joan Childs.
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