EP:92 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast, Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, a clinical psychologist and couples therapist, shares her journey of becoming a parent and how it inspired her to expand her work to reach more people with resources for healthy relationships. In this episode we talk about... ✔️ How insecurities and self-doubt from the past can shape our present relationships and careers, emphasizing the importance of understanding these inner narratives. ✔️ The value of vulnerability, empathy, and partnership in navigating challenging situations together as a couple. ✔️ The challenges women and men face in expressing needs and emotions within relationships, and the importance of providing constructive feedback and having tough conversations. ✔️ Approaching difficult conversations with an open mindset, focusing on positive change rather than immediate resolution. ✔️ The importance of self-validation and differentiation within relationships, allowing for a healthier interdependent dynamic. ✔️ Maintaining a balanced support system beyond just a romantic partner. ✔️ The intentionality required to maintain connection and intimacy in long-term relationships, especially after having children. Trust me you don't want to miss this one!