The Power of Repair

In this episode, Raich and Maddy explore the importance of making a repair in relationships. We all make mistakes, it’s part of being human. What matters most is how we respond afterward.

The episode discusses why repairing after conflict or mistakes is essential for building healthy, effective relationships. Raich and Maddy explore why some people tend to over-repair, frequently apologising even when it may not be necessary, while others under-repair and avoid apologising altogether. As they explain, all behaviour is functional, meaning these patterns often serve a purpose or develop as ways people try to cope, protect themselves, or maintain relationships.

The conversation also highlights the potential costs of both over- and under-repairing, including misunderstandings, resentment, or weakened connections. Making a repair often requires vulnerability, as it involves acknowledging mistakes, taking responsibility, and opening up to another person. However, this vulnerability can also strengthen relationships by fostering trust, connection, and understanding.

Throughout the episode, Raich and Maddy share practical case examples and discuss how these repair processes often appear in therapy sessions. They emphasise that learning to repair is a skill that improves with practice.

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Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBT

We honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.

Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.