The Blocked Podcast

Accepting Criticism

In this episode, Carolyn and Chris take on another listener requested topic and discuss accepting criticism without taking it personally. They try to show a deeper understanding of what Criticism is and where it comes from and how can we engage with it from our partners in a way that tries to understand as opposed to responding with defensiveness. Disclaimer: Some details have been edited for privacy purposes. The views and opinions expressed here are for public consumption but are not meant to take the place of therapy and/or medical attention. Show Hosts: Chris Wells: chris@aohcc.com Carolyn Wenner: carolynwenner3@gmail.com Workshops Hosted by Carolyn and Chris: Created for Connection: https://www.carolynwenner.com/created-for-connection [https://www.carolynwenner.com/created-for-connection] Hold Me Tight: https://www.carolynwenner.com/hmt-workshop [https://www.carolynwenner.com/hmt-workshop] EFT Resources: Sue Johnson: https://drsuejohnson.com/ [https://drsuejohnson.com/] Books by Sue Johnson: https://drsuejohnson.com/books/ [https://drsuejohnson.com/books/] International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT): https://iceeft.com/ [https://iceeft.com/]

Forgiving With a Broken Heart

In this episode, Carolyn and Chris take on another listener requested topic and discuss the forgiveness. What it is and what it is not, and how difficult it is. No one can hurt you like the one you are closest to. What do you do when it seems like you are stuck between wanting to forgive and feeling like you aren’t able to. Disclaimer: Some details have been edited for privacy purposes. The views and opinions expressed here are for public consumption but are not meant to take the place of therapy and/or medical attention. Show Hosts: Chris Wells: chris@aohcc.com Carolyn Wenner: carolynwenner3@gmail.com Workshops Hosted by Carolyn and Chris: Created for Connection: https://www.carolynwenner.com/created-for-connection [https://www.carolynwenner.com/created-for-connection] Hold Me Tight: https://www.carolynwenner.com/hmt-workshop [https://www.carolynwenner.com/hmt-workshop] EFT Resources: Sue Johnson: https://drsuejohnson.com/ [https://drsuejohnson.com/] Books by Sue Johnson: https://drsuejohnson.com/books/ [https://drsuejohnson.com/books/] International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT): https://iceeft.com/ [https://iceeft.com/]

Toxic Masculinity Part 2

In this episode Carolyn and Chris revisit a recent episode. In the last episode on Toxic Masculinity, it may have come across as defending masculinity and describing what toxic masculinity is not. In this episode, Carolyn and Chris wanted to explore more about what women experience and give our audience a different perspective to contrast the last episode. Enjoy! Disclaimer: Some details have been edited for privacy purposes. The views and opinions expressed here are for public consumption but are not meant to take the place of therapy and/or medical attention. Show Hosts: Chris Wells: chris@aohcc.com Carolyn Wenner: carolynwenner3@gmail.com Workshops Hosted by Carolyn and Chris: Created for Connection: https://www.carolynwenner.com/created-for-connection [https://www.carolynwenner.com/created-for-connection] Hold Me Tight: https://www.carolynwenner.com/hmt-workshop [https://www.carolynwenner.com/hmt-workshop] EFT Resources: Sue Johnson: https://drsuejohnson.com/ [https://drsuejohnson.com/] Books by Sue Johnson: https://drsuejohnson.com/books/ [https://drsuejohnson.com/books/] International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT): https://iceeft.com/ [https://iceeft.com/]

Fight or Flight and Responding vs Reacting

In this episode Carolyn and Chris discuss fight or flight reactions in relationship in a listener requested episode. Listeners wanted to know how to overcome our fight or flight reactions and how to respond and not react. They explore recognizing our fear and what we actually need in response to navigate these situations? Apologies in advance as there was an audio issue with the microphones during recording, but real is real. Enjoy. Disclaimer: Some details have been edited for privacy purposes. The views and opinions expressed here are for public consumption but are not meant to take the place of therapy and/or medical attention. Show Hosts: Chris Wells: chris@aohcc.com Carolyn Wenner: carolynwenner3@gmail.com Workshops Hosted by Carolyn and Chris: Created for Connection: https://www.carolynwenner.com/created-for-connection [https://www.carolynwenner.com/created-for-connection] Hold Me Tight: https://www.carolynwenner.com/hmt-workshop [https://www.carolynwenner.com/hmt-workshop] EFT Resources: Sue Johnson: https://drsuejohnson.com/ [https://drsuejohnson.com/] Books by Sue Johnson: https://drsuejohnson.com/books/ [https://drsuejohnson.com/books/] International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT): https://iceeft.com/ [https://iceeft.com/]

Toxic Masculinity

In this episode, Chris and Carolyn take on a listener request and talk about toxic masculinity. What is it, what is it not? How does this show up as a block to connection in relationship. It is a term that is polarizing to many people. Is there an opportunity to see this as an opportunity to be curious about your partner and find connection if this comes up in your relationship? Disclaimer: Some details have been edited for privacy purposes. The views and opinions expressed here are for public consumption but are not meant to take the place of therapy and/or medical attention. Show Hosts: Chris Wells: chris@aohcc.com Carolyn Wenner: carolynwenner3@gmail.com Workshops Hosted by Carolyn and Chris: Created for Connection: https://www.carolynwenner.com/created-for-connection [https://www.carolynwenner.com/created-for-connection] Hold Me Tight: https://www.carolynwenner.com/hmt-workshop [https://www.carolynwenner.com/hmt-workshop] EFT Resources: Sue Johnson: https://drsuejohnson.com/ [https://drsuejohnson.com/] Books by Sue Johnson: https://drsuejohnson.com/books/ [https://drsuejohnson.com/books/] International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT): https://iceeft.com/ [https://iceeft.com/]