72. How defensiveness creates disconnect - the difference between intent and impact

How Defensiveness Damages Intimacy (And What To Do Instead)
Intent vs Impact in Relationships: Why Good Intentions Aren’t Enough

Most partners are not trying to hurt each other.

But here’s the truth:

Good intent does not cancel out harmful impact.

Join me as we unpack what is going on and how best to explain, unpack and move forward from this sticky place.

Nicole Mathieson

This podcast was created by Nicole Mathieson, a Brisbane based counsellor and couple therapist, who has a couple of podcasts and is the author of The Beauty Load, How to feel enough in a world obsessed with beauty.

Nicole helps men, women and couples get smarter, happier and more connected in their intimate relationships and has various online courses and resources to support people navigating the tricky realm of relationships.

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