The Essential Breath

Our blog is dedicated to helping you improve your mental wellbeing, relationships, and emotional health.
We offer a variety of resources and articles on a wide range of topics related to relationships and mental health.
Our goal is to provide you with the information, insights and tools you need to live a happier, healthier life.

The Damaging Need to Be Right: How It Harms Your Relationship and How to Change the Pattern.

Too many couples get stuck in a cycle of conflict not because they disagree—but because one or both partners need to be right. It’s a subtle but powerful force that turns small conversations into a court room debate, where the goal becomes winning instead of understanding.

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Breaking Free from the Toxic Cycle of the Drama Triangle: Understanding Its Impact on Relationships

The drama triangle is a powerful force that can keep us stuck in negative patterns in our relationships. But by recognizing the roles we play, taking responsibility for our own behavior, and communicating assertively, we can break free from this cycle and experience more fulfilling relationships. It's not always easy, but the rewards are well worth the effort.

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