Bill Eddy

Kathryn interviews Author, Professor Ed Tronick PhD. Many of us may think that perfect harmony is the defining characteristic of healthy relationships, but the truth is that human interactions are messy, complicated, and confusing. And according to renowned psychologist Ed Tronick PhD and pediatrician Claudia Gold, that is not only okay, but it is also actually crucial to our social and emotional development. Working through the volley of mismatch and repair in everyday life helps us form deep, lasting, trusting relationships, resilience in times of stress and trauma, and a solid sense of self in the world. Tronick, a developmental and clinical psychologist, has been featured by Nova, 60 Minutes, the NY Times, and the Boston Globe, among others, and speaks to audiences worldwide.Kathryn also interviews Author, Attorney Bill Eddy LCSW, Esq.The level of stress and conflict in today's world is higher than seen in decades. We all can use tools for managing the emotions this has caused. At the same time, there also appears to be more high conflict people who are preoccupied with blaming others and verbally venting or attacking those around them.Utilizing a proven method for defusing antagonistic interactions, Eddy shows readers how to address a variety of potentially contentious situations, including family conflicts, workplace disputes, neighbor and stranger confrontations, emotional political discussions, and circumstances involving angry customers, clients, and patients. In addition to authoring over twenty books, Bill Eddy LCSW also writes a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com with over five million views and is the co-founder of High Conflict Institute.