(Ep. 93) Understanding Men and Women with Allison Armstrong

On this weeks episode of The Beats with Kelly Kennedy, we sit down with the amazing Alison Armstrong. There are many different avenues to explore in the health realm, and the relationship dynamic is not one that we often acknowledge. Alison’s life work is the perspective we all need in order to optimally navigate our relationships. What if there is a secret language of men and a code of honor for women that could transform everything?

Alison Armstrong’s exploration of human behavior began in 1991, with her decision to study men: “To find out how I was bringing out the worst in them. And hopefully, how to bring out the best.” Her success in understanding men naturally led to studying women’s behavior and making vital connections between the two. As her work evolved over decades, Alison now illuminates human characteristics that precede and express themselves regardless of gender, age and upbringing. She distinguishes normal human instincts that compel both men and women to behave in ways that contradict and undermine our own purposes, goals, values, needs and relationships. Besides fulfilling the need to understand “Why” people behave as they do, Alison offers practical, partnership-based alternatives. Through her seminars, books, online programs and media contributions, she has been giving millions of people access to more fulfilling lives, loving relationships, stronger families and productive organizations. Alison is a sought-after speaker and thought-leader amongst people with the desire to live empowered lives. Her philosophy and approach are referenced and taught by other authors, speakers, business consultants and therapists. Her live events and over 100 hours of online programs are available at alisonarmstrong.com.

Show notes||

0:00 | Introduction

2:25 | How did Allison get into understanding men and women

9:10 | The impact Allison’s work has on the journey of self discovery

13:05 | What if men are responding to women

16:45 | The dance between the male female relationships

20:20 | The different things we need relationships at different ages

24:30 The difference between a committed and an open relationship

26:42 | How communication leads to a better relationship

29:20 | Kelly from furious to curious

35:35 | The concept of respect and the role it plays in relationships

42:20 | Men and women are compliments of each other we are not equal