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The Savvy Shrink

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  • Staying Safe and Assertive in Relationships

Staying Safe and Assertive in Relationships

Monday 8th June 2020

Learn from Dr Laura Dabney about setting boundaries, recognizing emotional abuse, and self-care in relationships on 'The Savvy Shrink'.
33 minutes
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The Savvy Shrink
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Mindful Recovery
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Healthy Boundaries: Dr Laura Dabney's Guide to Safe Relationships

The key is to start putting in the smallest or easiest boundaries. Maybe you have to take some time apart, maybe you have to limit whatever the surroundings are. A lot of practitioners in the field recommend a technique for the person that's experiencing the gaslighting called the gray rock technique.
Ever wondered how to maintain healthy boundaries in your relationships? This episode of 'The Savvy Shrink' has got you covered. Host Andrea Schneider sits down with Dr Laura Dabney, a seasoned psychiatrist with over two decades of experience, to discuss the ins and outs of building safe and assertive relationships. From recognizing emotional abuse to mastering self-care, Dr Dabney offers practical advice that’s both insightful and actionable.
Dr Dabney delves into the importance of boundaries and how they can be the cornerstone of any healthy relationship. She explains how to spot emotional abuse and introduces techniques like the gray rock method to handle gaslighting. Her straightforward approach makes complex psychological concepts easy to grasp, ensuring that listeners walk away with valuable tools they can apply in their own lives. But it’s not just about identifying problems.
Dr Dabney also shares strategies for repairing trust and working on men's emotional health. She emphasizes the need for self-awareness in therapy, encouraging listeners to start small when setting boundaries. Her advice is grounded in years of clinical practice and is aimed at helping people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. Whether you're dealing with a toxic relationship or just want to strengthen your emotional toolkit, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge.
Dr Dabney’s expertise, combined with Andrea Schneider’s compassionate hosting, makes for an episode that’s both educational and deeply supportive. Tune in for a conversation that could very well change the way you approach your relationships.