292. Can conflict actually bring you closer? | with Devon & Nico Hase
About this episode
This episode explores how conflict can enhance intimacy in relationships through repair and mindfulness.
Most of us grow up believing that healthy relationships have very little conflict. But what if the goal isn't avoiding conflict at all? What if the real opportunity lies in how we repair, reconnect, and grow together afterward? In this conversation, Alexandra Stockwell is joined by meditation teachers and authors Devon and Nico Hase to explore the beautiful, messy reality of long-term partnership. Together, they unpack why conflict styles differ, how mindfulness can transform the way couples navigate disagreements, and why embracing our humanity creates deeper intimacy than striving for perfection ever could. Whether you're the first to seek repair, struggle with difficult conversations, or simply want to feel more connected to your partner, this episode offers compassionate wisdom and practical insights for building a relationship that can hold both the mess and the love. In this episode, you'll discover: - The three common conflict styles and how they shape your relationship - Why repair matters more than avoiding disagreements• How mindfulness and deep listening create stronger connection during difficult moments - What Buddhism can teach us about intimacy without expecting…
People in this episode
Host: Alexandra Stockwell
Guests: Devon Hase, Nico Hase
Topics covered
- conflict resolution
- mindfulness
- intimacy
- relationships
- communication
Keywords
- conflict styles
- repair
- mindfulness
- intimacy
- relationships
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