Starting Over with Shannon Jenkins

The Secret To Happy Relationships Almost Nobody Talks About w/Gay Hendricks

January 16, 2024
Starting Over with Shannon Jenkins
The Secret To Happy Relationships Almost Nobody Talks About w/Gay Hendricks
Show Notes

The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives. And yet, it’s an area many of us have regular struggles with. We think the problem is sex, money, how to discipline the children… it’s not. In this episode world-renowned, Oprah-endorsed, relationship expert with over 40 years of experience Gay Hendricks pulls back the curtain on this one. He reveals what is REALLY keeping you from the peaceful, harmonious & joyful relationship you are seeking. The answer may well surprise you, just like it did me!  

You’ll also learn: 

01:12 The reasons why relationships are so hard

08:50 Sex, money & the kids is NOT the real problem, this is… 

13:15 Asking executives in a boardroom: What are you afraid of?

15:14 The 4 types reactions that really harm a relationship

16:57 Your body holds the clues... are you listening?

18:55 When & When NOT to try and resolve a conflict...

22:31 Gay & Katie Hendricks have a 40+ year marriage: here are the 3 things he says have made that happen

24:38 The unexpected relationship killer (I've never heard this one before!)  

41:02 Finding your genius zone to thrive in relationships & in life

51:58 3 easy ways to improve your relationship with your partner 


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