Building Strong Relationships for Success with Figs O’Sullivan

Welcome to another enlightening episode of our podcast where we welcome Fiachra "Figs" O'Sullivan, a renowned relationship expert and psychotherapist. In this candid conversation, Figs dissects the complicated dynamics between entrepreneurship and relationships. He shares valuable insights on maintaining the equilibrium between personal life and business ambitions. Unveiling the often overlooked aspects of entrepreneurial relationships, Figs presents enlightening strategies on communication, vulnerability, and mutual emotional understanding. This episode is a goldmine for entrepreneurs seeking to nourish their relationships while navigating the roller coaster of running a business. Dive in to discover the potent tools to cultivate a fulfilling personal life amidst the chaos of entrepreneurship. Let's get started.

 

Chapter Stamps:

 

[00:00:00] Introduction of guest, Fiachra "Figs" O'Sullivan

[00:02:25] Fiachra's background and journey

[00:06:20] The impact of entrepreneurship on relationships

[00:09:45] Discussion on connection and bonding patterns

[00:13:02] How to manage stress and pressure as an entrepreneur

[00:16:13] The importance of communication in a relationship

[00:16:28] Techniques to improve open communication

[00:18:06] Balancing business and family life

[00:18:51] Importance of awareness and explicit communication

[00:19:42] Fiachra's innermost superpower

[00:21:08] Closing remarks and farewell

[00:21:40] End of interview.

 

Pullout Quotes:

 

"You don't have to include them in what's actually logistically happening, but we need to have a way that you're sharing with each other and allowing each other to feel the distress you're having."

 

"Entrepreneurs are typically good at when scared, activating and continue to move and press forward while being scared. But you try and apply that exact same skill in your relationship, it's not going to work with your romantic partner."

 

"What works in your business is not gonna work in your relationship. You can't just press forward. You gotta learn how to let your partner know what's actually really happening inside you."

 

"One of the biggest things you can do to improve something is not actually change. It is just naming it, letting it be explicit."

 

"My inner most superpower is turning my reactivity into vulnerability and sharing my vulnerability."

 

"I think it's probably better I work less on protecting myself and be a vulnerable one, a hurt one, and share and communicate with the world the way I'm hurting."

 

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