2979: Keep Asking Your Partner to Dance by Henry Sawatzky with Gottman on Nurturing Connection

2979: Keep Asking Your Partner to Dance by Henry Sawatzky with Gottman on Nurturing Connection

Author: Optimal Living Daily | Greg Audino April 21, 2026 Duration: 9:06
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2979: Henry Sawatzky reflects on how the fear of rejection that once kept him pinned to a gym wall still shows up in marriage, especially when vulnerability is required. He reveals that true connection comes from repeatedly “crossing the floor” and offering your inner world, even when it feels risky. The reward is a deeper, more intimate bond that only emerges when you choose courage over self-protection. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/keep-asking-your-partner-to-dance/ Quotes to ponder: "I’ve learned that in order to dance, you have to cross the gym floor and offer yourself, giving your partner the opportunity to accept or deny you." "Having the courage to show up is actually less risky than staying stuck." "Without that vulnerable offering, the dance can never actually happen. It can be scary as hell, but the dance is worth it." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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