💬 Feedback & Communication Repair
Skills and strategies to give and receive feedback effectively while repairing and strengthening communication in relationships.
What you'll learn:
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How to give and receive feedback in a respectful and constructive way
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Strategies for repairing communication breakdowns and rebuilding trust
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Techniques for active listening and fostering understanding in conversations
Course content
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Section
1Section 1 – Understanding the Role of Feedback in Healthy Relationships
- 1.1 What Feedback Really Means in Relationships 00:00:00
- 1.2 The Difference Between Feedback and Criticism 00:00:00
- 1.3 Why Feedback Matters for Growth and Connection 00:00:00
- 1.4 Recognizing When Feedback Is Needed 00:00:00
- 1.5 The Emotional Impact of Giving and Receiving Feedback 00:00:00
- 1.6 Creating a Safe Space for Open Feedback 00:00:00
- 1.7 How Timing Influences Feedback Effectiveness 00:00:00
- 1.8 Exploring Positive vs. Constructive Feedback 00:00:00
- 1.9 Identifying Feedback Styles in Relationships 00:00:00
- 1.10 Avoiding Misinterpretations of Feedback 00:00:00
- 1.11 Feedback as a Path to Problem-Solving 00:00:00
- 1.12 Overcoming Fear of Sharing Feedback 00:00:00
- 1.13 Balancing Feedback With Encouragement 00:00:00
- 1.14 Long-Term Benefits of Healthy Feedback Cycles 00:00:00
- 1.15 Building Confidence in Feedback Conversations 00:00:00
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2Section 2 – Giving Feedback Without Criticism or Blame
- 2.1 Understanding the Tone of Feedback 00:00:00
- 2.2 Framing Feedback as an Observation, Not an Attack 00:00:00
- 2.3 The Role of Body Language in Feedback Delivery 00:00:00
- 2.4 Using “I” Statements to Reduce Defensiveness 00:00:00
- 2.5 Staying Calm While Giving Difficult Feedback 00:00:00
- 2.6 Choosing the Right Words for Sensitive Topics 00:00:00
- 2.7 How to Offer Constructive Feedback Without Judging 00:00:00
- 2.8 Recognizing Defensive Reactions and Adjusting 00:00:00
- 2.9 Using Examples Instead of Generalizations 00:00:00
- 2.10 Avoiding Comparisons That Harm Trust 00:00:00
- 2.11 Giving Feedback That Encourages Change 00:00:00
- 2.12 Practicing Empathy While Giving Feedback 00:00:00
- 2.13 How to End Feedback Conversations on a Positive Note 00:00:00
- 2.14 Following Up on Feedback Without Pressure 00:00:00
- 2.15 Building Healthy Feedback Habits in Daily Life 00:00:00
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3Section 3 – Receiving Feedback With Openness and Self-Reflection
- 3.1 Why Receiving Feedback Can Feel Difficult 00:00:00
- 3.2 Recognizing Defensive Reactions in Yourself 00:00:00
- 3.3 Practicing Active Listening When Receiving Feedback 00:00:00
- 3.4 Separating Feedback From Personal Attacks 00:00:00
- 3.5 Asking Clarifying Questions Without Arguing 00:00:00
- 3.6 Reflecting on Feedback Before Responding 00:00:00
- 3.7 Accepting Positive Feedback With Gratitude 00:00:00
- 3.8 Finding Growth Opportunities in Constructive Feedback 00:00:00
- 3.9 Managing Emotional Reactions During Feedback 00:00:00
- 3.10 How to Avoid Overthinking Criticism 00:00:00
- 3.11 Responding Respectfully to Feedback You Disagree With 00:00:00
- 3.12 Building Confidence Through Self-Reflection 00:00:00
- 3.13 Practicing Mindfulness When Receiving Feedback 00:00:00
- 3.14 Turning Feedback Into a Personal Growth Plan 00:00:00
- 3.15 Strengthening Relationships by Accepting Feedback 00:00:00
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4Section 4 – Repairing Communication Breakdowns After Conflict
- 4.1 Recognizing Signs of a Communication Breakdown 00:00:00
- 4.2 Common Triggers That Lead to Miscommunication 00:00:00
- 4.3 Taking Responsibility for Your Role in Misunderstandings 00:00:00
- 4.4 Calming Down Before Restarting Communication 00:00:00
- 4.5 Rebuilding Dialogue After Silence or Withdrawal 00:00:00
- 4.6 How to Restart a Conversation Without Rehashing the Fight 00:00:00
- 4.7 Setting the Right Time for Repair Conversations 00:00:00
- 4.8 Using Empathy to Rebuild Connection After Conflict 00:00:00
- 4.9 Learning to Reframe Hurtful Words Constructively 00:00:00
- 4.10 Checking for Understanding Before Moving Forward 00:00:00
- 4.11 Using “Repair Attempts” to Heal Communication 00:00:00
- 4.12 Strategies for Breaking Cycles of Miscommunication 00:00:00
- 4.13 Practicing Respect in Sensitive Conversations 00:00:00
- 4.14 Re-establishing Trust Through Consistent Repair 00:00:00
- 4.15 Creating a Repair Routine in Relationships 00:00:00
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5Section 5 – Rebuilding Trust Through Honest and Respectful Dialogue
- 5.1 Understanding How Trust Is Damaged in Communication 00:00:00
- 5.2 Why Honesty Is the Core of Repair 00:00:00
- 5.3 Practicing Radical Honesty Without Hurting Your Partner 00:00:00
- 5.4 Creating Safe Spaces for Respectful Dialogue 00:00:00
- 5.5 Identifying What Respect Looks Like in Conversations 00:00:00
- 5.6 Avoiding Secrets That Weaken Trust 00:00:00
- 5.7 Repairing Trust Through Repeated Actions 00:00:00
- 5.8 The Link Between Transparency and Safety 00:00:00
- 5.9 Acknowledging Mistakes Openly and Humbly 00:00:00
- 5.10 Using Trust-Building Phrases in Dialogue 00:00:00
- 5.11 Addressing Broken Promises With Care 00:00:00
- 5.12 How Patience Strengthens Trust Over Time 00:00:00
- 5.13 Recognizing When Trust Needs Rebuilding vs. Repair 00:00:00
- 5.14 Creating Shared Language for Trust Conversations 00:00:00
- 5.15 Sustaining Trust Through Daily Honest Communication 00:00:00
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6Section 6 – Active Listening as a Tool for Repair and Growth
- 6.1 What Active Listening Really Means 00:00:00
- 6.2 The Difference Between Hearing and Listening 00:00:00
- 6.3 How to Show You’re Paying Attention Nonverbally 00:00:00
- 6.4 Reflecting Back What You Hear Accurately 00:00:00
- 6.5 Avoiding Interruptions During Listening 00:00:00
- 6.6 Asking Clarifying Questions the Right Way 00:00:00
- 6.7 Listening Without Trying to “Fix” Too Quickly 00:00:00
- 6.8 Reducing Distractions During Important Conversations 00:00:00
- 6.9 Practicing Empathetic Listening Skills 00:00:00
- 6.10 Active Listening for Emotional Conversations 00:00:00
- 6.11 Listening Even When You Disagree 00:00:00
- 6.12 How Listening Strengthens Problem-Solving 00:00:00
- 6.13 Building Intimacy Through Active Listening 00:00:00
- 6.14 Recognizing Listening Barriers and Overcoming Them 00:00:00
- 6.15 Making Active Listening a Daily Habit 00:00:00
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7Section 7 – Apologies, Forgiveness, and Moving Forward Together
- 7.1 The Role of Apologies in Relationship Repair 00:00:00
- 7.2 What Makes an Apology Sincere 00:00:00
- 7.3 How to Avoid “Empty” or Defensive Apologies 00:00:00
- 7.4 When to Offer an Immediate vs. Delayed Apology 00:00:00
- 7.5 The Power of Forgiveness in Healing Bonds 00:00:00
- 7.6 Recognizing When Forgiveness Is Difficult 00:00:00
- 7.7 Balancing Forgiveness With Accountability 00:00:00
- 7.8 How to Rebuild After Repeated Mistakes 00:00:00
- 7.9 Exploring Cultural and Personal Views on Forgiveness 00:00:00
- 7.10 When Forgiveness Needs Time and Space 00:00:00
- 7.11 Using Apologies as a Tool for Growth 00:00:00
- 7.12 Moving Forward Without Holding Resentment 00:00:00
- 7.13 Creating a Forgiveness Ritual in Relationships 00:00:00
- 7.14 How Apologies and Forgiveness Strengthen Intimacy 00:00:00
- 7.15 Sustaining Peace After Repair Conversations 00:00:00
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8Section 8 – Navigating Difficult Conversations With Calm and Clarity
- 8.1 Recognizing the Signs of a Difficult Conversation Ahead 00:00:00
- 8.2 Planning for Calm Before Entering a Hard Talk 00:00:00
- 8.3 Choosing the Right Environment for Difficult Conversations 00:00:00
- 8.4 Avoiding Escalation With Calm Language 00:00:00
- 8.5 Balancing Honesty and Sensitivity 00:00:00
- 8.6 How to Stay Grounded When Conversations Heat Up 00:00:00
- 8.7 Dealing With Defensiveness in Hard Talks 00:00:00
- 8.8 Navigating Topics of Finances Without Conflict 00:00:00
- 8.9 Talking About Family and In-Laws Respectfully 00:00:00
- 8.10 Navigating Intimacy Conversations Without Shame 00:00:00
- 8.11 Using Humor Appropriately in Hard Conversations 00:00:00
- 8.12 Staying Present When Conversations Are Emotional 00:00:00
- 8.13 Strategies for Keeping Calm Under Pressure 00:00:00
- 8.14 Checking In During Difficult Conversations 00:00:00
- 8.15 Ending Hard Conversations on a Constructive Note 00:00:00
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9Section 9 – Creating Shared Agreements for Future Communication
- 9.1 Why Agreements Matter in Communication 00:00:00
- 9.2 Identifying Core Values for Communication Agreements 00:00:00
- 9.3 Building Agreements Around Respectful Language 00:00:00
- 9.4 Creating Boundaries for Argument Rules 00:00:00
- 9.5 How to Handle “Time-Outs” in Arguments 00:00:00
- 9.6 Setting Expectations for Honesty and Transparency 00:00:00
- 9.7 Agreements About Listening Before Responding 00:00:00
- 9.8 Defining Fairness in Conflict Resolution 00:00:00
- 9.9 How to Agree on Repair Attempts During Arguments 00:00:00
- 9.10 Setting Agreements About Tone and Body Language 00:00:00
- 9.11 Revisiting Agreements Regularly for Growth 00:00:00
- 9.12 Negotiating Agreements Without Power Struggles 00:00:00
- 9.13 Holding Each Other Accountable Gently 00:00:00
- 9.14 Documenting Agreements in Writing if Helpful 00:00:00
- 9.15 Celebrating Success With Shared Agreements 00:00:00
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10Section 10 – Building Resilient Relationships Through Continuous Repair
- 10.1 Understanding Resilience in Relationships 00:00:00
- 10.2 Why Continuous Repair Matters More Than Perfection 00:00:00
- 10.3 Recognizing Small Breakdowns Before They Grow 00:00:00
- 10.4 Practicing Daily Micro-Repairs in Relationships 00:00:00
- 10.5 How Consistency Builds Emotional Safety 00:00:00
- 10.6 Integrating Feedback Into Everyday Interactions 00:00:00
- 10.7 Using Humor and Playfulness to Repair Bonds 00:00:00
- 10.8 Balancing Individual Needs With Relationship Needs 00:00:00
- 10.9 Resilience Through Shared Problem-Solving 00:00:00
- 10.10 How to Prevent Resentment From Building 00:00:00
- 10.11 Tracking Growth Through Repair Over Time 00:00:00
- 10.12 Modeling Repair Behaviors for Children or Family 00:00:00
- 10.13 Building Hope After Long-Term Struggles 00:00:00
- 10.14 Creating Rituals of Connection to Strengthen Resilience 00:00:00
- 10.15 Sustaining Lifelong Growth Through Continuous Repair 00:00:00