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If you feel like every conversation with your partner turns into an argument, you might be in the power struggle stage. And here’s the truth: it’s not about power at all.


In this episode, I will explain the 5 stages of a relationship, why the power struggle is a natural (and necessary) phase, and how to move through it without breaking up.


You’ll learn:


✅ What the “power struggle” phase really means (and why it’s inevitable)


✅ How to stop constant arguments and walking on eggshells


✅ The essential skills for conflict resolution and emotional connection


✅ Why this stage can actually make your relationship stronger than ever


Whether you’re dating, married, or in a long-term relationship, this episode will help you navigate conflict, set boundaries, and create a stable, healthy, and fulfilling partnership.


Timecodes:

0:00 - Intro

1:24 - Why is the power struggle important? + personal story

5:21 - First stage

6:16 - Second stage

8:07 - Third phase, where most couples break up

15:28 - Fourth phase

15:48 - Final phase



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About the Host

Katarina Polonska is a Strategic Relationship Advisor and a Gender Dynamic Social Scientist from the University of Oxford. She has 15 years of experience studying love, gender, and relationships.



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This episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not therapy, counseling, mental health treatment, or a substitute for working with a licensed healthcare or mental health professional. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, abuse, trauma  symptoms, or thoughts of self-harm, please contact a licensed professional or emergency resource in your area.


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