ChecklistHow the Pandemic Has Changed Us

The article by Stan Tatkin, titled "How the Pandemic Has Changed Us," discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted individuals and relationships, particularly in the context of couple therapy. Tatkin argues that the pandemic has highlighted the importance of secure-functioning relationships, where partners work collaboratively and fairly within a two-person system of interdependency. He emphasizes that the human default nature is often self-centered and aggressive, and that creating secure-functioning relationships requires intentional effort, shared principles, and governance. The article also touches on the societal and personal impact of outrage, particularly in the current socio-political climate, and how therapists must navigate their own reactions while guiding clients toward ethical, secure-functioning relationships.

  • Understand the concept of secure-functioning relationships and its importance in couple therapy, especially in the context of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Recognize the impact of human nature on relationships and the importance of shared principles and governance in creating and maintaining secure-functioning partnerships.

  • Explore the role of outrage in society and therapy, and learn strategies for managing personal and client reactions to maintain therapeutic effectiveness.

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