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Strong Tower Mental Health with Heidi Mortenson

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  • 122. From Defensive to Curious

122. From Defensive to Curious

Monday 5th June 2023

Heidi Mortenson explores how to transform defensiveness into curiosity in conversations, offering practical advice for healthier interactions in 'Strong Tower Mental Health'.
26 minutes
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Strong Tower Mental Health with Heidi Mortenson
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Healing Relationships
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From Defensiveness to Curiosity: Transforming Conversations with Heidi Mortenson

Episode Overview

  • Addressing emotional hooks and the root of defensiveness
  • Protecting character and embracing curiosity
  • Nurturing one's faith and identity in Christ
  • Navigating challenging conversations with authenticity
  • Learning to embrace curiosity and wonder
I want us to learn how to pull the gold out of people and speak the truth of what God says instead of speaking out character from behavior that you have, you know, that you're a liar. No, you're not a liar. You may have lied, but you're not a liar.
Ever feel like you're constantly on the defensive in conversations? In this episode of 'Strong Tower Mental Health', licensed therapist Heidi Mortenson tackles the tricky terrain of defensiveness and offers a fresh perspective on how to shift from blame to curiosity. Heidi dives into the emotional triggers that often lead us to put up our guard and shares actionable tips to respond with openness instead.
Drawing from her deep well of experience, she emphasizes the power of knowing your true self and finding confidence through faith. Through relatable anecdotes and practical advice, Heidi guides listeners on a journey to healthier, more authentic interactions. If you're tired of the blame game and ready to foster deeper connections, this episode is a must-listen.