Stop being afraid of conflict: tell them what you really feel || resentment, emotional maturity, trust, communication

In this episode of Things We Say in Therapy we explore the power of giving and receiving the kind of “bad” feedback that feels uncomfortable but strengthens relationships. We unpack why honest communication matters, how avoiding it fuels resentment, and why emotionally mature connections can tolerate discomfort. You’ll learn how to give feedback with compassion, receive it without defensiveness, and recognise when feedback is being misused. We also explore projection, accountability, and how feedback reveals who is truly safe for deep connection. This episode is a guide to building relationships rooted in authenticity, growth, and meaningful dialogue—while avoiding the traps of over-criticism and conflict avoidance. New episodes every Monday; come back for some mental health and psychological insight, self-reflection and practical tools for improving your mental health. Tell us why you love the show!Support the show🎙️NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY AND THURSDAY!! Follow so that you don’t miss an episode! I📖f you are struggling with your health, please don't go through it alone. View this: international mental health helpline directory 🌳Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thingswesayintherapy 📺YouTube: https://youtube.com/@feelingsidrathernotpodcast?si=Hswo7kvUoq7mchhz 📲Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feelingsidrathernotpodcast/ 📲TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@feelingsidrathernotpod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc 👩‍💻RSS Feed (Buzzsprout Website): https://feelingsidrathernot.buzzsprout.com ☕️Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.https://buymeacoffee.com/feelingsidrathernotpod