93. Our Game-Changing Connection Exercise (35 Min or Less!)
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Do you crave a deeper connection with your partner but don’t know how in the face of super busy lives and schedules? Listen in to hear about a transformative daily connection exercise that has significantly deepened our connection in the face of crazy-busy lives.
By prioritizing emotional intimacy and mindful listening, we’ve found this short but consistent practice minimizes conflicts and strengthens bonds. Discover how to bring more depth and connection into your relationship with this practical, heartfelt tool. Tune in to learn the steps and experience the profound impact it can have on your partnership. “The Art Of We” podcast with Krista Van Derveer and Dr. Will Van Derveer.
(00:24) - How deeper connection in relationships creates less conflict
(01:36) - Our daily connection exercise that’s been a game changer for us
(03:09) - Rules of engagement for the couples exercise
(04:28) - What to avoid during the relationship exercise
(05:45) - Benefits of the connection exercise on relationship dynamics
(06:30) - Practicing presence and mindfulness as a listener
(08:08) - Prompts to help with deeper sharing in relationships
(10:18) - Reflection and gratitude after sharing for relationship improvement
(11:29) - Switching roles and completing the relationship exercise
(13:33) - How the connection exercise has specifically improved our relationship
(18:07) - Using morning pages for deeper self-connection
(19:40) - Somatic benefits of the couples connection exercise
Feel free to reach out with your thoughts, experiences, and topics you want to hear about. We love hearing from our listeners!
Resources Mentioned:
- Download this connection exercise here!
- Our Top 10 Relationship Agreements
- Ep8 “Top Shelf Listening + Our Edgy Example”
- Dick Schwartz and IFS
- Marie Forleo
- The Artist’s Way
Get in Touch:
- The Art Of We Website
- The Art of We Instagram
- Integrative Psychiatry Institute: Psychedelic Therapy Training
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