CRC CRC Intimacy & Connection Building 2

Question 1

A CRC working with a couple on emotional intimacy would encourage which practice?

Accepted Answer

Regular sharing of inner emotional experiences, fears, and hopes without judgment

Answer

Emotional intimacy deepens through regular, vulnerable sharing of inner experiences, which builds mutual understanding and closeness.

Question 2

The 'Michelangelo phenomenon' in relationship science refers to:

Accepted Answer

Partners sculpting each other toward their ideal selves through behavioral affirmation

Answer

The Michelangelo phenomenon describes how partners shape each other toward their ideal selves through consistent affirmation of ideal traits.

Question 3

Research by Gottman found that the 'magic ratio' for healthy relationships is approximately:

Accepted Answer

5:1 positive to negative interactions

Answer

Gottman's research found that stable, happy relationships maintain roughly a 5:1 ratio of positive to negative interactions.

Question 4

A coach helping a couple rebuild connection after emotional distance would be LEAST likely to suggest:

Accepted Answer

Rehashing every past grievance in detail

Answer

Repeatedly rehashing old grievances tends to deepen disconnection rather than rebuild intimacy.

Question 5

The 'capstone' vs. 'cornerstone' model of relationship formation refers to:

Accepted Answer

Whether couples prioritize personal achievement before marriage (capstone) or build it together (cornerstone)

Answer

The capstone model (achieving stability before committing) contrasts with the cornerstone model (building life together from the start), reflecting cultural shifts in relationship formation.

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CRC CRC Intimacy & Connection Building 2