Episode 141: How to Have Better Relationships, Everywhere!

Episode 141: How to Have Better Relationships, Everywhere!

In this episode, Chicago dating coach Bela Gandhi has the absolute pleasure to interview Elizabeth Earnshaw, a renowned Gottman therapist and bestselling author (she has a new book coming out in September!) who is the owner of a thriving family and marriage therapy practice. She is known for her popular Instagram account @lizlistens and has been featured in the New York Times, USA Today, The Washington Post, and more.


Elizabeth and I delve into various crucial topics concerning relationships and stress management.

We talk about:

  • What a healthy relationships is and what kind of stressors are faced by couples and singles

  • How to recognize and address stress in relationships, both external (work, family) and internal (relationship dynamics)

  • What "stress spillover" is in a relationship

  • The significance of emotional regulation in conflict resolution and the importance of taking pauses during heated moments

  • The 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse in relationships

  • Recommended strategies like to de-escalate conflicts and regain composure before addressing issues

  • The importance of early stress recognition to prevent conflicts from escalating

  • The need for self-awareness in maintaining healthy communication


Elizabeth shares such valuable insights and this is a must listen if you want to focus on managing stress and fostering healthy communication in relationships.

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Bela Gandhi