Learn about what dozens of people have to say about thriving in a relationship – what it means and how to foster it. Corey and Tracy explore themes like radical honesty and vulnerability, respectful receptance, being on the same team, patience, acknowledging/apologizing/validating, defining the unique norms of your relationship, clarifying expectations and boundaries, attuning to yourself, and using intentional strategies to foster intimacy. Tune in for examples and resources to help your relationship thrive! And, find out about Corey’s and Tracy’s friendship agreement on communication and wellness checks. You won’t want to miss this season finale!
Show Notes:
- 8 Dates-Learn about 8 critical conversations to have with your partner.
- The First Four Words-Read Tucker’s book on effective communication and using only four words to get the conversation started.
- Brené Brown-Make sure to check out the books, blogs, and TED Talk on vulnerability.
- Relationship Anarchist Smorgasbord-Use this worksheet for a conversation with your partner about the things that matter in your relationship.
- Paired-This app offers “daily conversation starters.”
- Skin Deep-Check out this card deck that offers prompts for getting to know each other.
- Gottman Cards-Learn more about the different card decks offered with questions and ideas for enhancing relationships.
- Lesbian Adventures in Love-Check out this Facebook group “where lesbians go to date” and find out more about the speed dating events, courses, and retreats, offered by lesbian relationship coach, Michele O’Mara.
- com-Learn more about Bethany’s work with astrology, book a chart reading, and check out her book (and blog), Apologies I Never Got!
- Jerry Maguire-Watch this class Tom Cruise and Renée Zellweger rom-com!
