Ep. 35 - Not Looking for a Third: How Triangulation Negatively Impacts Your Relationships

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Life, Coached.

Kimberly Mathis

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I’m Kimberly Mathis, a therapist-turned-coach, and I’m not here to sell you some perfect version of life. On Life, Coached., we’re talking about the real stuff: the relationships that get messy, the patterns that keep showing up, and the moments when everything feels like it’s falling apart. Episodes are a healthy dose of real talk + coaching magic - on topics from navigating ADHD, to codependency, to faith deconstruction, or bisexuality, and whatever else is going on that day. No quick fixes or endless pep talks. It’s about the small, doable steps we can actually take to make life better.

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Ep. 35 - Not Looking for a Third: How Triangulation Negatively Impacts Your Relationships

Life, Coached.

27 minutes 28 seconds

1 year ago

Ep. 35 - Not Looking for a Third: How Triangulation Negatively Impacts Your Relationships

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In this episode, I delve into the subtle yet impactful behavior of triangulation. While often associated with toxic dynamics, I shed light on how triangulation can seep into our everyday conversations and relationships without us even realizing it.

I break down what triangulation is and how it surfaces in our interactions, offering relatable examples that resonate with everyday experiences. Through open and candid discussions, I guide you on how to recognize and navigate triangulation to foster healthier, more authentic connections and relationships with the people who matter in your life.

You'll gain practical insights on spotting the signs of triangulation in your own interactions, understanding its impact on relationships, and implementing strategies for fostering healthier communication. I encourage you to reflect on your personal experiences with triangulation and provide actionable steps to decrease this behavior, empowering you to bring positive change to your daily interactions.

Tune in to gain valuable insights and simple strategies for navigating difficult relationships and breaking free from patterns of triangulation. If you've ever found yourself caught up in gossip or seeking validation from others instead of addressing conflict head on, this episode offers actionable steps to facilitate healthier and more direct communication.

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW:

00:00 Adding a third party changes a relationship.

06:56 Triangulation can sow distrust in relationships.

11:18 Seek support if necessary, avoid constant negativity.

15:09 Avoided conflict, sought outside advice, communication struggles.

17:07 Create clear personal boundaries to prevent triangulation.

20:29 Reaching out for support, not avoiding conflict.

25:09 Encouraging reflection on behavior and seeking support.