When Your Partner Doesn't Want to Do The Work
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In today's episode, we're talking about what to do when your partner doesn't want to work on the relationship. This is an incredibly common dynamic, to have one partner who wants to actively work on things and another partner who is more resistant (which can often overlap with anxious-avoidant dynamics). We'll cover: why your partner might be feeling resistant to doing "the work"how different people make meaning out of needing to work on a relationshipways to dismantle fear stories your partner might havewhy it's entirely valid to value growth in a partnershipFurther Links & Resources Join the waitlist for my new couples course, Secure Together Save $150 on my Higher Love break-up course with the code PHOENIX Follow me on Youtube Download the free guide: Attachment 101 Follow me on Instagram: @stephanie__rigg & @onattachment Visit my website
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