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June 18, 2024 75 mins

In this episode of the Laid Open Podcast we welcome Dr. Susan Campbell PhD, an esteemed psychologist and relationship coach who delves deep into the essence of understanding and managing what triggers us in intimate relationships.

Dr. Susan provides practical steps for self-awareness, emotional regulation, and effective communication to foster healthier relationships. Plus, she emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, safety, and understanding attachment styles. Together, Charna and Dr. Susan discuss the profound impact of individual healing on a collective scale.

The episode wraps up with Dr. Susan guiding an exercise on recognizing one’s Trigger Signature and touches on approaches for relational freedom and repair.

00:00 Introduction and Course Announcement

01:18 Introducing Susan Campbell

02:26 Exploring Emotional Triggers and Healing

19:42 Understanding Attachment Styles

26:44 Practicing Self-Regulation and Pausing

37:05 Understanding Attachment Dynamics

37:20 Learning Through Experience

39:27 The Importance of Repair in Relationships

40:22 Compassionate Self-Inquiry

40:44 Addressing Core Fears and Triggers

42:17 Effective Communication and Repair Scripts

48:17 The Role of Radical Honesty

48:59 Creating Safety and Self-Awareness

50:07 Managing Triggers and Repair Timing

53:50 Unilateral Repair and Seeking Reassurance

58:45 When to Seek Third-Party Help

01:00:14 Workshops, Webinars, and Continued Learning

01:02:03 Relational Freedom and Trigger Signature Exercise

01:13:54 Conclusion and Resources

 

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