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In this episode, I talk about relationships + the importance of connection. Here's some key takeaways:
1. Humans are wired for connection with other humans beings. We call that relationships.
2. Our earliest relationships with our caretakers (parents, guardians, etc) inform how we "do" relationships, behaviorally
3. We learn early on that relationships can hurt (experienced disconnection), so we adapt behaviorally to avoid/repress/deny (coping mechanisms)
Bottom line is this: We have a patterned way of being in our relationships. When tough days hit, it's 100% necessary to have a map out of the wilderness of our emotional pain. When we practice, we can become better at accepting our emotions as they are (and reality too!).
1. Watch the full LIVE video of today's session
2. Writing Prompts Help Us Access Our Emotions
When we recall/experience high emotional memories/situations (positive OR negative), the "words" part of our brain literally shuts down. Ever heard someone say, "I can't find the words." It's 100% true! That's why I provide writing prompts to help access the words.
(37:30) Tips on writing prompts
(37:45) A recent hard/challenging in an important relationship was...
(38:10) The situation felt...
(38:24) It reminded me of a time when...
(38:43) The feelings that come up with that right now...
(38:57) What I needed then was...
(39:22) But I didn't get it so...
(40:03) It makes sense that I behaved that way because...
(40:33) Today, this behavior may no longer serve me because...
(41:33) Understanding this, I may need to....
(41:49) One way I can offer myself compassion and kindness...
(42:41) If I try this, I may find it benefits my relationships by...
3. And ya'll, SUPER exciting news. One of my favorite authors/storytellers/real deal people, Glennon Doyle, has a new podcast, "We Can Do Hard Things".
Disclaimer: If you are experiencing significant mental health struggles or emotional pain that is impacting your everyday life (going to work, eating, laughing/enjoying friends, etc.), contact a mental health clinician for help. You do not have to do this alone. Contact me and I can provide information.
Please find me at all the places below. Looking forward to "seeing" you soon.
Instagram: @real.life.by.heather
Website: www.LetsFeelGoodNow.com
Go and get all the goods on my Linktree. Everything--Writing Prompts, Podcasts and recent Lives--are right there for you!
As always, thanks for listening :)
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