<p>In today’s world, sharing an opinion can feel like stepping onto a battlefield. We fear being judged, misunderstood, or canceled—so we stay silent. Or worse, we speak <em>at</em> each other instead of <em>with</em> each other. But real connection isn’t about having the perfect words. It’s about showing up with curiosity, intention, and presence—even when it’s uncomfortable.</p><p>In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by legendary therapists and relationship experts Dr. Harville Hendrix and Dr. Helen LaKelly Hunt, creators of Imago Therapy and authors of the new book <em>How to Talk With Anyone About Anything</em>. We unpack the deeper purpose of conversation, how to reconnect during moments of conflict, and why our differences might actually be the gateway to deeper intimacy.</p><p><strong>In this episode, you’ll learn:</strong></p><ul><li>Why differences don’t mean you’re incompatible—and how they can lead to greater intimacy.</li><li>The #1 most effective tool to stay grounded and present in uncomfortable conversations.</li><li>The one thing that <em>must</em> be present in every relationship if you want it to be healthy.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>PLUS: </em>I bring Harville one of my most triggering real-life scenarios—and ask him to walk me through it. And he does not disappoint. </p><p>Xxoo Darcy</p><p>REFERENCES</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.mindful.care/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Mindful Care</a></li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/4icLnnY" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples: Third Edition</a></li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/4cv0DLY" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">How to Talk with Anyone about Anything: The Practice of Safe Conversations</a></li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/43QQvuC" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Keeping the Love You Find: A Personal Guide</a></li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/4lssujK" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Doing Imago Relationship Therapy in the Space-Between: A Clinician&#39;s Guide</a></li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/4jqFgxk" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Space Between: The Point of Connection</a></li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/3G5mHRf" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Making Marriage Simple: Ten Relationship-Saving Truths</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>CREDITS</p><p>“We Need To Talk With Dr. Darcy Sterling” is a Sterling Standard Production. Editing and sound engineering by Bart Migal. Our theme music is by Trending Music. Special thanks to Amanda Cristiani. </p><p> </p><p><a href="https://www.askdrdarcy.com/disclaimer/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">DISCLAIMER</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/drdarcysterling/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram:@drdarcysterling </a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrDarcySterling/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook:Dr.Darcy Sterling</a></p><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@doctordarcysterling" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Tik Tok:@doctordarcysterling </a></p><p>X<a href="https://x.com/DrDarcySterling" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">:@DrDarcySterling   </a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DarcySterling" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YouTube:@DarcySterling   </a></p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@drdarcysterling" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Threads:@drdarcysterling</a></p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/-0QgeNEUJO4" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Watch this episode here on YouTube.</a> </p>