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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 17 MIN

Mia - why do we fight in relationships?

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This week on Gossip in the Closet, twin Mia is taking us deep into the heart of relationship conflict and why we’re really fighting with the people we love.Drawing inspiration from renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel, Mia breaks down the three core reasons couples clash and spoiler alert: it’s rarely about the dishes.According to Perel’s relationship framework, most fights stem from one of these three deeper emotional needs:Trust & Closeness Are we safe with each other? Do we feel secure, prioritised, and emotionally connected?Respect & Recognition Do you see me? Do you value me? Do I matter in this relationship?Power & Control – Who decides? Who sacrifices? Is this partnership balanced or is someone silently keeping score?Mia unpacks how these themes show up in everyday arguments, how they quietly shape our reactions, and how understanding them can completely shift the way we navigate conflict.If you’ve ever wondered why the smallest disagreements feel so big, this episode is your inside look at what’s really going on beneath the surface.Get cozy, step inside the closet, and let’s gossip about what love is really teaching us.

This week on Gossip in the Closet, twin Mia is taking us deep into the heart of relationship conflict and why we’re really fighting with the people we love.Drawing inspiration from renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel, Mia breaks down the three core reasons couples clash and spoiler alert: it’s rarely about the dishes.According to Perel’s relationship framework, most fights stem from one of these three deeper emotional needs:Trust & Closeness Are we safe with each other? Do we feel secure, prioritised, and emotionally connected?Respect & Recognition Do you see me? Do you value me? Do I matter in this relationship?Power & Control – Who decides? Who sacrifices? Is this partnership balanced or is someone silently keeping score?Mia unpacks how these themes show up in everyday arguments, how they quietly shape our reactions, and how understanding them can completely shift the way we navigate conflict.If you’ve ever wondered why the smallest disagreements feel so big, this episode is your inside look at what’s really going on beneath the surface.Get cozy, step inside the closet, and let’s gossip about what love is really teaching us.

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