192 | Overcoming Defensiveness: Cultivating Self-Awareness as a Parent & Spouse

Show Notes:

In this episode of Fulfillment Therapy, we delve into the concept of defensiveness and its impact on parenting and relationships. Through a quick self-assessment, you will identify your own defensive behaviors and learn how these reactions can strain family connections. We discuss practical strategies for overcoming defensiveness, including self-awareness, active listening, and empathy, while sharing relatable stories that illustrate these concepts in action.

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-Kendra

 

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Quotes:

Dr. John Gottman, renowned relationship expert, states: "Defensiveness is really a way of blaming your partner. You're saying, in effect, 'The problem isn't me, it's you.”

Brené Brown, research professor and author, reminds us: "Defensiveness is a sign that we're not willing to own our part in a situation. It's a way of avoiding vulnerability."

Dr. Daniel Siegel, psychiatrist and mindfulness expert, explains: "Mindsight is a kind of focused attention that allows us to see the internal workings of our own minds. It helps us be aware of our mental processes without being swept away by them."