Tolerating Discomfort in the Interest of the Growth with Jessica Higgins

Dr. Jessica Higgins is a licensed psychologist and relationship coach. She uses her deep understanding and keen perception to help guide clients on a path from confusion and heartache to clarity and authentic connection. Her ultimate goal is to help people acquire the insight, learning, and practice to navigate the terrain of intimacy more effectively. 

In this episode, Dr. Gertrude and Dr. Higgins explain how personal insecurities and conflict within relationships can be used as a means to get to know yourself and your partner better and, ultimately, help you dive deeper into intimacy. They also talk about the concept of “working the curriculum” to continue to develop fresh romance throughout the various stages that occur during a lifelong commitment. 

Today on Mot(HER):

• Getting to know Dr. Higgins
• How relationship hardships can often be teachers
• Ways to prepare in advance for couples activities that may be activating
• Self-validated intimacy and neuroception
• The importance of creating a vision with your partner

Connect with Jessica Higgins:

• Website: drjessicahiggins.com
• Podcast: Empowered Relationship Podcast
• Instagram: @drjessicahiggins

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• Visit her website to learn more about Rewrite The Mother Code®: drgertrudelyons.com/
• Follow Dr. Gertrude on Instagram: @drgertrudelyons
• Sign up for Dr. Gertrude’s Newsletter

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This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

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