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223: Navigating Conflict: 5 Stages of Adult Development in Marriage and Relationships
11/04/2024
223: Navigating Conflict: 5 Stages of Adult Development in Marriage and Relationships
In this episode of What to Say & How to Say It, hosts Shy Lewis and Nina Roesner delve into the fascinating topic of adult development and how it impacts your relationships, especially marriage. Just back from an inspiring Strength and Dignity Conference, they’re sharing insights from Dr. Robert Keegan’s Constructive Development Theory (CDT) to help you better understand yourself, your spouse, and how maturity affects relationship dynamics. Do you ever wonder why conflicts keep surfacing in your marriage? Or feel like you and your partner are on different pages in handling challenges? This episode explores the stages of adult development, from the egocentric self to the socially aware self, and how these stages influence our behaviors, expectations, and emotional responses in relationships. Plus, download our free PDF, “5 Tools for How to Stop Walking on Eggshells,” at to start transforming your interactions today. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your connection, manage conflict better, or deepen your self-awareness, this conversation will provide essential tools to foster a more understanding, compassionate, and mature marriage. Tune in, reflect, and take your first steps toward a more connected and thriving relationship.
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