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Rebecca Maxwell

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Rebecca Maxwell is a counselor who works at the intersection of emotional health, family dynamics, and marital relationships. She focuses on helping individuals develop emotional awareness and intentionality to overcome relational fractures and the 'drift' of disconnection.

  1. The Danger of the Drift

    The 'drift' is the process of growing apart because of a lack of intentionality when a couple stops actively seeking connection. It occurs when a relationship enters a 'coasting' phase and fails to address small, recurring tiffs.

    From S12 E2 | The Small Marriage Issues That Turn Into Big Problems Over Time (episode)

  2. Connection-First Problem Solving

    When conflict arises, couples should not jump straight to fixing the issue but should first pause and connect to establish a safe environment. This model prioritizes establishing a secure connection before attempting to resolve the underlying problem.

    From S12 E2 | The Small Marriage Issues That Turn Into Big Problems Over Time (episode)

    • Says much the same Hunter Clarke-Fields — The Connection-First ResponseWhen a child has a 'big' moment, parents should use a three-step sequence: pause and regulate, identify the part, and then connect. This shifts the parental role from…Raising Good Humans
    • Says much the same John Gray — The Validation First ProtocolWhen a partner is venting or expressing a frustration, the listener should stop all mental planning for 'fixes' and instead provide a listening ear. One should not…Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus

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