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Episode 3143:
Keith Wilson explains what to do when a partner admits out loud that they are struggling with the very thing that has already hurt the relationship. He describes that admission as a sign of progress rather than a fresh betrayal, and makes the case for treating the Problem as a separate opponent the two of you face together. It is a practical reframe for couples trying to rebuild trust without turning every slip into another fight.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://keithwilsoncounseling.com/2017/11/03/team-up-with-the-person-against-the-problem/
Quotes to ponder:
"If you get the opportunity to work with your loved one to vanquish the Problem, don't mistake this opportunity for the Problem, itself."
"Before you lose your lunch, be glad he's telling you this. He's telling on his Problem. He's trying to enlist you in a fight against it."
"At the core of every Problem is a piece that ain't ever going away, nor should it."
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