💞 Stronger Together – Relationship Skills for Lasting Partnerships *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

3.29 – Staying Curious Instead of Defensive: Curiosity replaces conflict with discovery. When tension rises, defensiveness blocks understanding while curiosity invites it. Asking “What made you feel that way?” opens doors instead of walls. Curiosity shows interest rather than resistance, keeping conversations alive and connected. It helps partners uncover emotions beneath words rather than reacting to tone. Staying curious turns arguments into learning moments about each other’s inner world. It teaches that understanding someone’s perspective does not mean surrendering your own. Curiosity disarms anger and fosters empathy naturally. Defensiveness protects pride, but curiosity protects connection. Choosing curiosity keeps relationships emotionally intelligent and growth-oriented.

About this course

Guidance and strategies to help couples build trust, communicate effectively, and strengthen their partnership for long-term success.

This course includes:
  • Communication and conflict resolution practice activities
  • Trust-building and intimacy exercises
  • Partnership goal-setting templates and tools

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