Feel all the Feels + Supporting Your Partner in 2020 - LaRocque Life Ep. 31
Nov 23, 2022How are you doing lately? Like, really doing? What about your partner - how are they doing?
There’s no question that 2020 has been a rollercoaster of a year, and no doubt it’s going to get even more wild before the year is out. There’s a lot of uncertainty, a ton of fear, and so many of us in constant fight or flight mode (maybe without even realizing it!)
In this episode, we’re talking all about leaning into your feelings, embracing the suck, and then asking the right questions to come out the other side with a new perspective.
Wondering what it means to lean in? You’ll have to listen in to find out!
We’re also sharing how you can support your other half through this wild ride and stay connected with them. Hint: it’s more about listening than it is about fixing!
If you’re feeling caught up in the crazy energy of this year, this is definitely an episode you won’t want to miss.
TIME STAMPS:
[1:50] What are we talking about today?
[6:15] Why it’s ok to feel, and even embrace, all the feelings you’re experiencing during this crazy time.
[10:30] What it means to lean into your emotions.
[20:15] The fine line between wallowing and leaning in.
[25:25] Why it’s important to be aware of how your partner is really doing, and how you can validate their feelings.
[38:00] Why it’s important to protect your energy, and what that means.
[40:40] Your challenge for the week!
TAKEAWAYS:
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The media is fucked.
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Ask questions.
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Listen without trying to fix.
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Keep communication open.
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Make your partner feel seen and heard.
QUOTES:
“We are wired for connection.” - Laura
“We really should just be leaning on our partner, leaning on our friends, leaning on our family and that’s what we’re made for.” - Mike
“Why are you trying to make it go away? It’s a messenger.” - Laura
“Anger is the same emotion as happiness, it’s just looked at in a bad way.” - Laura
“When people are scared and they’re in fear, they will do anything.” - Laura
“Just slow down, allow yourself to be in the suck, and ask questions.” - Laura
“What’s the fucking point of being in a relationship if you can’t lean on them right now?” - Mike
INTERESTING CLIPS:
[6:50 - 8:00] Why fear and disconnect are so rampant in the world right now.
[13:55 - 15:30] What it means to lean in.
[30:35 - 32:30] Keep your lines of communication open and have empathy for each other.
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