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59: Your Relationship OS Part 2: Practicing Intentional Presence
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- Make More Love
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- Jul 17, 2025
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- 1231
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Summary
Ellen Dorian discusses intentional presence as a crucial element in building passionate partnerships. She breaks down this concept into three core habits: attentiveness, authenticity, and resilience. Part 1: Attentiveness - Keeping focus and paying attention to your partner - Active listening and remembering important details - Weekly planning meetings and daily check-ins Part 2: Authenticity - Showing up as your true self and respecting your partner's truth - The importance of honesty and integrity in building respect - Avoiding the pitfall of not fully knowing your partner Part 3: Resilience - Extending grace and giving the benefit of the doubt - Addressing conflict quickly and repairing breakdowns - Building emotional elasticity to handle relationship tensions Key Takeaways: - Intentional presence involves attentiveness, authenticity, and resilience - Implement weekly planning meetings and daily check-ins to stay connected - Be your true self and allow your partner to do the same - Cultivate resilience by extending grace and addressing conflicts promptly Call to Action: Take the Relationship Dynamics Scorecard quiz to identify areas for improvement in your relationship. Visit MakeMoreLoveShowQuiz.com or find the link in the show notes. Closing Thoughts: Building intentional presence takes work, but it's crucial for creating a strong, passionate partnership where both partners feel supported and understood. Support & Resources: Ellen invites listeners to share their thoughts, either in the P3 Insider's Community or directly with her via email. Or, for one on one brainstorming on a specific situation, listeners can set up a time on Ellen's Calendar for a free Relationship Reset Call. All links can be found below. "Until next time, remember, 'What I want most in th…