Are you having unhealthy conflict? Here's what science says.

Send us Fan Mail This episode will change how you see conflict. We’re talking about the proven communication patterns that destroy connection and how to replace them with healthier ones. You’ll learn: the Four Horsemen (with real examples) how the demand–withdraw cycle keeps couples stuck the shocking research: negative conflict literally slows wound healing how your nervous system shapes your reactions (before your thoughts do) 3 simple questions from Jefferson Fisher that can change the next conversation This is not about fixing the last fight. This is about changing the next one. If you shut down, explode, or get stuck repeating the same arguments this episode is for you. Read our full blog post about this topic (it has all the research I mentioned in this episode): Get the book The Next Conversation here Don't miss this podcast episode to help you out with conflict: Support the show Do you find yourself reacting in ways you wish you could change when your child is upset? Learn how to stay calm, manage your emotions, and respond in a way that actually helps your child. Get your FREE emotional awareness training for parents and kids below (comes with a poster, workbook and video): Or purchase our course, join the next 8 week group cohort in April 2026 below:

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Are you having unhealthy conflict? Here's what science says. is an episode from Curious Neuron by Cindy Hovington, Ph.D..

This episode is 25:16 long.

This episode was published on Nov 10, 2025.

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