Every couple argues. The difference between relationships that survive and ones that don't is how they fight. The science and psychology of healthy conflict.
Latest episodes
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6 min
From Conflict to Connection: Turning Arguments Into Intimacy
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores how healthy conflict resolution can strengthen relationships rather than damage them. Learn practical strategies for tra…
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4 min
Breaking the Cycle: How to Stop Toxic Argument Patterns
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores how to identify and break toxic argument patterns that damage relationships. Learn to recognize the early warning signs…
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5 min
When Sorry Isn't Enough: The Psychology of Genuine Apologies
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores the complex psychology behind meaningful apologies and why some attempts at making amends fall flat while others create…
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6 min
Fighting to Understand: The Key to Deeper Connection
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores the transformative power of fighting to understand rather than fighting to be right in our relationships and conflicts.…
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6 min
The Four Horsemen: Relationship Killers in Disguise
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores the Four Horsemen of relationship destruction identified by researcher John Gottman. These subtle but toxic communicatio…
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6 min
Silent Treatment vs. Word Vomit: Different Conflict Styles Explained
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores two dramatically different conflict styles that can make or break relationships. Discover why some people shut down comp…
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5 min
The Art of the Repair: How to Bounce Back After a Big Fight
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores the crucial skill of relationship repair after major conflicts. Learn why having big fights doesn't doom your relationsh…
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5 min
Triggers and Landmines: Understanding What Sets Us Off
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores the complex world of emotional triggers and how they impact our relationships. Discover why seemingly innocent comments…
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6 min
The Winner Takes Nothing: Why Fighting to Win Destroys Relationships
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores why approaching relationship conflicts with a winner-takes-all mentality actually destroys the connections we're trying…
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5 min
Love Languages vs. Fight Languages: How We Argue Differently
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores the fascinating connection between how we express love and how we handle conflict. Building on the popular concept of lo…
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4 min
The Repeat Offenders: Why We Have the Same Fight Over and Over
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores why couples and individuals find themselves trapped in recurring conflict patterns. Discover the psychology behind repea…
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5 min
The Science of Healthy Conflict: Why Fighting Fair Matters
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores the fascinating science behind healthy conflict and constructive disagreement. Discover why avoiding conflict isn't alwa…
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7 min
The Anatomy of a Fight: What Really Happens When Couples Argue
In this episode of Fighting Fair, host Cara Lennox explores the predictable patterns that emerge during couple conflicts. From the initial trigger to the resolution phase, discover…