Benefits Quote by Jeffrey K. Zeig
“Marital partners often trigger in each other resourceless states—negative trance-like experiences in which partners feel devoid of satisfactory solutions. Carol Kershaw maps these interactional loops and provides Ericksonian strategies to help couples make their marriage entrancing. Therapists of all persuasions are sure to benefit from this important book.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Hypnotherapy, Jeffrey K. Zeig, 2005
Couples often fall into unproductive cycles that drain energy; therapeutic techniques can transform these patterns into engaging, supportive interactions.
In simple terms: Couples can get stuck in negative loops, but therapy can help.
Key Takeaway
Use therapeutic strategies to revitalize relationships.
Themes
relationships
therapy
communication
Mood
empathetic
hopeful
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- relationship workshops
- personal development
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
Ericksonian hypnosis
interactional loops
Questions to Reflect On
- What patterns repeat in your relationship?
- How can you break negative cycles?
A Different Perspective
Therapy may not work for all couples without commitment.
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