Honesty is essential in any relationship and a key component of building trust.
But brutal honesty can be corrosive to couples.
Heres how to identify and address it.
There needs to be a mutual level of respect between both parties.
When there is such a massive power distance, the entire relationship dynamic is off.
This is when brutal honesty leans into emotional abuse territory.
neuropsychologist and founder ofComprehend the Mind
Similarly, if your partner constantly puts you down, they are now set on a metaphorical pedestal.
Or, it could be a defense mechanism employed to appear more assertive.
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