Healthy Fighting - How to Disagree with Respect, with Mary Jane McCarthy, LAC

We’re not used to thinking about fighting with our partner in a healthy way, but it is possible to have fights with your partner, rooted in respect, that bring you closer together.  This episode explores:How to fight in a healthier way Signs of unhealthy fighting How to effectively take a break from arguments Feeling emotions versus acting on those emotionsChanging patterns of fights and arguments Tips to regulate your emotions, body, and mindAnd so much more!CONTENT:(0:00) Introduction (1:36) The Benefit of Disagreements (4:29) What is Healthy Fighting? (6:35) Elements of a Healthy Fight (10:49) Example of a Healthy Argument(14:58) Don't Try To Make Your Partner Feel Bad(20:17) Signs an Argument Is Becoming Unhealthy(21:34) How to Effectively Take a Break From Arguing (24:17) Change Takes Time, Don't Rush It(29:15) How To Take A Break, Step by Step (35:29) Feeling Emotions Versus Acting on Emotions(38:32) Regulating Physical, Emotional, and Mental Energy(45:57) Accountability and Behavior Change(48:06) Signs of Abuse in Arguments(53:04) About JBWS & ResourcesResources: If you are in an unhealthy relationship and living or working in Morris or Passaic County, New Jersey JBWS can help call our 24-Hour Helpline at 1.877.782.2873 or visit ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠jbws.org/services⁠⁠⁠⁠If you notice controlling or unhealthy behaviors in yourself, JBWS can help. Call 973.539.7801 or visit⁠ ⁠⁠⁠jbws.org/jcnv⁠⁠⁠If you don't live or work in Morris County, NJ please call 800.799.SAFE (7233)Intro and outro music donated by Billy Morris