Episode 39: Three Passive Aggressive Behaviors That Push Your Partner Away

About this episode

This episode discusses how passive-aggressive behavior can harm relationships by creating emotional distance between partners.

In this episode of Lucky in Love, we’re talking about the sneaky relationship habit that quietly pulls couples apart: passive-aggressive behavior. Not the “big blow-up” fights—more like the slow drip of little moments that leave your partner feeling tense, guarded, and emotionally unsafe over time. And the worst part? A lot of us don’t even realize we’re doing it… or how much it changes the way our partner feels about us. I break down why passive aggression is so damaging: it keeps you ...

People in this episode

Host: Kari Hoskins

Topics covered

• passive-aggressive behavior
• relationships
• emotional safety
• communication
• couples

Keywords

• passive-aggressive
• relationships
• communication
• emotional safety
• couples therapy

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