Understanding Needs and Growing in Relationships

In this episode of Date Night Confessions, hosts Zak and Michele discuss important ways to identify and articulate personal needs within a relationship. They offer insights into differentiating needs, wants, and demands, and provide practical advice on how to communicate these effectively to your partner to foster a deeper connection. The episode also touches on the ongoing process of personal and relational growth, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and mutual support. Additionally, listeners are invited to a breathwork workshop aimed at enhancing emotional connection and well-being.

00:00 Introduction and Workshop Invitation

01:06 Welcome to Date Night Confessions

01:45 Discussing Relationship Needs

03:41 Understanding and Articulating Needs

07:12 Identifying Personal Needs

09:41 Expressing Needs in a Relationship

12:51 Balancing Needs and Wants

18:26 Practical Tips for Communicating Needs

28:39 Understanding Needs, Wants, and Demands

29:27 Invitation to Summer Breathwork Workshop

30:31 The Importance of Speaking Up for Your Needs

35:33 Navigating Vulnerable Conversations with Your Partner

40:31 Addressing Defensiveness and Criticism in Relationships

48:38 Starting Over in a Relationship

50:02 Answering Listener Questions

55:40 Final Thoughts and Announcements

Follow us on socials-

Instagram: @datenightconfessionspod

TikTok: @datenightconfessionspod

Threads: @datenightconfessionspod

Send us emails and screenshots of reviews at datenightconfessionspod@gmail.com

Use discount code DATENIGHTCONFESSIONS to receive 10% off plus free shipping on all products and orders at ⁠⁠⁠⁠wearedaytrip.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠

Use discount code DATENIGHT to receive 15% off your entire order at ⁠⁠⁠⁠theskindeep.com⁠

JUNE BREATHWORK WORKSHOP REGISTRATION LINK:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1305974548029?aff=oddtdtcreator