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We Need To Talk with Dr. Darcy Sterling

We Need To Talk with Dr. Darcy Sterling

How to Talk With Anyone About Anything — with Harville Hendrix (Most-Replayed Moment)

We Need To Talk with Dr. Darcy Sterling · Oct 14, 2025 · 8:26

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In today’s world, sharing an opinion can feel like stepping onto a battlefield. We fear being judged, misunderstood, or canceled—so we stay silent. Or worse, we speak at each other instead of with each other. But real connection isn’t about having the perfect words. It’s about showing up with curiosity, intention, and presence—even when it’s uncomfortable.

In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by legendary therapists and relationship experts Dr. Harville Hendrix and Dr. Helen LaKelly Hunt, creators of Imago Therapy and authors of the new book How to Talk With Anyone About Anything. We unpack the deeper purpose of conversation, how to reconnect during moments of conflict, and why our differences might actually be the gateway to deeper intimacy.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why differences don’t mean you’re incompatible—and how they can lead to greater intimacy.

  • The #1 most effective tool to stay grounded and present in uncomfortable conversations.

  • The one thing that must be present in every relationship if you want it to be healthy.

  • PLUS: I bring Harville one of my most triggering real-life scenarios—and ask him to walk me through it. And he does not disappoint. 

    Xxoo Darcy

    REFERENCES

  • Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples: Third Edition

    How to Talk with Anyone about Anything: The Practice of Safe Conversations

  • Keeping the Love You Find: A Personal Guide

  • Doing Imago Relationship Therapy in the Space-Between: A Clinician's Guide

  • The Space Between: The Point of Connection

  • Making Marriage Simple: Ten Relationship-Saving Truths

  • CREDITS

    “We Need To Talk With Dr. Darcy Sterling” is a Sterling Standard Production. Editing and sound engineering by Bart Migal. Our theme music is by Trending Music. Special thanks to Amanda Cristiani. 

     

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