Fair Fights, 6

Journal Prompts, Relationships 1 Minute

Intimacy.

When you build a life with someone, you come to know their intimate stories.

Their medical history
Their bathroom stories
Their fears
Their childhood wounds
Their pain

You have all the vulnerability shots on standby. Intimacy has given you power that you ought to set down during conflict.

Using your partner’s vulnerabilities against them in conflict, is unfair at best, at worst, cruel and trust eroding.

Journal Prompt: I need to…

Mental Health & Journaling

Brooke James | Marriage & Family Therapist, Writer

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My name is Brooke, I currently practice in the Raleigh area as a counselor for individuals, couples, and families recovering from addiction. Most of my writing comes from morning coffee reflection or a long run. As a disclaimer, my writing is one perspective. While reading, please assume it your responsibility to take what is helpful and leave the rest. Peace. Love. Gratitude. Email Contact: brooke@rnb4counseling.com

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