Parenting Through Conflict: The Marriage Communication Skills Dads Never Learned | Raffi B.| Ep292

<p>This episode is about helping dads realize that how they communicate with their partner teaches their kids how love works.</p><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, Jey Young and Raffi Bilek explore the complexities of communication in marriage, emphasizing the importance of understanding and validating each other&#39;s feelings. They discuss common conflicts couples face, the significance of listening, and the need to address deeper issues rather than just surface-level problems. The dialogue highlights strategies for effective communication, including the importance of empathy, picking battles wisely, and reconnecting after disagreements. Ultimately, the conversation serves as a guide for couples to improve their communication skills and strengthen their relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>Most couples aren&#39;t fighting about the dishes, the money, or the sex.</p><p>You can&#39;t fix a problem you don&#39;t understand.</p><p>It&#39;s important to go in there and try to figure out the why behind reactions.</p><p>You can wait until later to address conflicts.</p><p>Everybody has a reason why they do things, and it&#39;s good to explore that.</p><p>People just want to be validated in their feelings.</p><p>You cannot convince your partner to see things your way.</p><p>The end goal of communication is not necessarily the solution, but staying connected.</p><p>Marriage is supposed to be work, and that&#39;s okay.</p><p>Expect to make mistakes in fatherhood and keep trying.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Understanding Conflict in Relationships</p><p>02:42 The Importance of Communication</p><p>04:55 Slowing Down to Understand</p><p>09:16 The Deeper Issues Behind Arguments</p><p>11:04 The Art of Listening and Validation</p><p>18:04 Navigating Difficult Conversations</p><p>23:30 Working Together as a Team</p><p>30:07 Reconnecting After Conflict</p>