#102: Five Stages to Stronger Relationships with Raquel Reis

#102: Five Stages to Stronger Relationships with Raquel Reis

What if the same conflicts in your relationship could be the key to deeper connection? In this episode, we explore how positive psychology and strength-based approaches can transform love and partnerships.

Raquel Reis, a certified relationship coach, shares insights on breaking free from repetitive cycles that hold couples back. We delve into the concept of the “love account,” which mirrors a bank account for emotional deposits, and unpack the five stages of a thriving relationship. Raquel also shares practical tools to build appreciation, foster safety, and address blind spots in communication. Whether you’re single or in a committed partnership, this conversation offers actionable steps to enhance your relational skills.

Ready to make meaningful shifts in your relationships? Tune in now for tools, insights, and hope to create thriving connections.

 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Understanding and breaking patterns that keep couples stuck.
  • Love Account: Building emotional reserves through small, meaningful acts of connection.
  • Five Stages of Relationships
  • How anxious and avoidant dynamics impact communication and connection.
  • Techniques like appreciation, clear boundaries, and rethinking narratives.

VALUABLE RESOURCES

BEST MOMENTS

“It’s not about the problem; it’s about how you talk about the problem.”

“When the love account is low, we see everything as a threat. Deposits rebuild trust and connection.”

“One person can change a relationship—change starts with personal responsibility.”

“Avoidant and anxious attachment styles are just different ways we regulate emotions.”

“The five stages show that thriving relationships aren’t free of struggles—they grow through them.”

“Feedback is essential—not just at work but in every relationship.”

“Boundaries are not about rejection; they are about creating safety for yourself and the other person.”

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