How to Manage Conflict in Marriage: A Conversation with Dr. Jessica Higgins

Today we welcome Dr. Jessica Higgins to discuss how to manage conflict in marriage. Dr. Jessica Higgins is a Licensed Psychologist and Licensed Professional Counselor. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a M.A. in Counseling Psychology. Dr. Higgins is also the founder and creator of Connected Couple, which is a comprehensive, research-based, transformational, relationship program.

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00:00 Introduction
01:07 Why are couples often shocked or surprised when conflict emerges in their relationship, especially in early phases of marriage?
05:15 What do you see as two conflicting needs in a relationship and how this is often a point of tension in a marriage?
13:27 Many times couples will identify "a breakdown of communication" as a culprit of conflict in a marriage? What do you think?
22:04 What is the criticism and defensiveness loop? Why is the criticism and defensiveness loop so problematic?
32:00 Three tips that are simple enough to each be shared in less than a minute, for folks to de-escalate a conflict?
34:33 Can you share with our listeners more about where they can learn about you and your podcast?
35:33: What is one piece of simple and actionable advice you would like to leave with our listeners?

Where to learn more about Dr. Jessica Higgins: DrJessicaHiggins.com

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Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction
• 1:07 Why are couples often shocked or surprised when conflict emerges in their relationship, especially in early phases of marriage?
• 5:15 What do you see as two conflicting needs in a relationship and how this is often a point of tension in a marriage?
• 13:27 Many times couples will identify "a breakdown of communication" as a culprit of conflict in a marriage? What do you think?
• 22:04 What is the criticism and defensiveness loop? Why is the criticism and defensiveness loop so problematic?
• 32:00 Three tips that are simple enough to each be shared in less than a minute, for folks to de-escalate a conflict?
• 34:33 Can you share with our listeners more about where they can learn about you and your podcast?
• 35:33 What is one piece of simple and actionable advice you would like to leave with our listeners?