What is it that sucks us into the ex-partner dynamic? Is it a need to be “right”? A fear of being vulnerable? Or repeating old patterns from your childhood because that’s where you are most comfortable? In this episode, Jules, Vickey, and Rebecca answer the questions: “Why does my partner keep fighting with their ex? Why is this difficult dynamic such a draw for my partner?” and “How can I help my stepchild who is being affected by their parents arguing without overstepping?”Share your questions with us at <a href="https://my.captivate.fm/whydoesmypartner.com/contact" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">whydoesmypartner.com/contact</a>If you want to dive in deeper, consider registering for our online Essential Skills Relationship Bootcamp. Open to individuals, couples and therapists. Learn more at&nbsp;<a href="https://whydoesmypartner.com/events" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">whydoesmypartner.com/events</a>This podcast is not a substitute for therapy with a licensed provider.

Why Do I Have So Many Expectations of My Partner?

We're couple therapists and messy humans bumbling through our own relationships everyday. Between us we have more than 40 years of experience holding hard relational questions with our clients. We’re going to bring those questions here. And together we’re going to take a stab at answering those questions.