3 Ways to Feel Closer to Your Partner 🫂 | Backed By a Therapist

Emotional safety isn’t built overnight — it’s created in small, consistent moments of care, curiosity, and appreciation. In this video, I share three grounded, therapist-approved practices that help strengthen connection and trust in relationships: 1️⃣ Express authentic appreciation 2️⃣ Keep humor and lightness alive 3️⃣ Practice deep listening Each of these habits may seem simple, but together, they form the foundation for emotional intimacy — the kind that lasts long after the honeymoon phase fades. 🧭 Chapters: 00:00 Why emotional safety matters 00:35 Practice #1: Express authentic appreciation 01:04 Practice #2: Keep humor and lightness alive 01:33 Practice #3: Practice deep listening 01:55 The psychology of secure connection 💬 Explore More: – Book a private therapy session with Jourdan: https://www.awake-therapy.me/appointm... – Join the Weekly Journal Club: https://therapytips.org/weekly-wisdom ⚠️ Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and does not substitute for professional therapy. If you’re struggling with relationship challenges, consider reaching out to a licensed mental health professional. #relationships #emotionalsafety #communication #psychology #selfgrowth #therapytools #couples #jourdantravers #awaketherapy #love #trust #mentalhealth #emotionalintelligence #listening #relationshipadvice #connection