The Lessons That Stuck With Me... We’re Talking Best Advice for 2026

We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson

FlightStory

Relationships, Society & Culture, Leisure

4.7 • 1.2K Ratings

🗓️ 8 January 2026

⏱️ 26 minutes

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Summary

Paul reflects on the conversations that stayed with him most - the moments, lessons and advice that genuinely changed how he shows up in his relationships. From the Gottmans on how to pause an argument before it spirals, to Jordan Stephens on masculinity and emotional regulation, Dr Julie Smith on realistic self-care, and the letters that moved us most with Tyler West, Scott Galloway and Paul himself, this episode brings together the wisdom that matters. This is a reflective, emotional and practical conversation about love, conflict, fatherhood and connection - and how small shifts can make a big difference in the year ahead. We’re Talking: Real Advice for 2026 (00:00) Intro (00:28) The Gottmans Break Down 'Flooding' in an Argument and How to Resolve It (07:05) Jordan Stephens on Masculinity and Emotional Regulation (10:49) Dr Julie Smith Demonstrates How to Achieve Better Self-Care (17:10) Tyler West Reads a Letter From His Brother (20:39) Scott Galloway Reads a Letter From His Son (23:07) Paul Reads a Letter From His Son (24:24) Paul’s Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:30.1	Hello and welcome to We're Talking.
0:32.7	We've had some incredible conversations,
0:34.6	and as we look to the new year,
0:36.6	I've been thinking about the lessons,
0:38.2	insights, and advice that has stuck with me the most.
0:50.8	First up is one of my favorite couples, the Gottman's and the power of the cool down.
0:57.1	Julie, you mentioned contempt, and I know that often predicts the demise of relationship.
1:03.5	So what are the four horsemen, in particular, why is contempt so alarming, so disturbing?
1:11.6	Well, let's start with the first one, which is criticism.
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