What if the secret to better relationships isn't fixing problems but simply making people feel understood? Clinical psychologist Caroline Fleck reveals why validation—not agreement—transforms how we connect with others. In her groundbreaking book Validation, Caroline shares the science behind why feeling seen matters more than being right. Discover the eight-step validation ladder, learn why accepting emotions leads to real change, and find out how this revolutionary approach can improve your parenting, leadership, and relationships. Plus, hear Caroline's honest confession about missing a literal tick on her daughter's back and what it taught her about judgment versus understanding.

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Why Validation Beats Agreement: Caroline Fleck's Revolutionary Approach to Human Connection

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