In this episode Nicoleta explores relationships and happiness with Jessica Fern, psychotherapist from North Carolina, USA.
How we grow up with the unconscious expectations of fun, pleasure and excitement
When the happiness is more the byproduct than the goal itself
Presence, contentment and gratitude as the source of happiness
The neglect surrounding an “easy child” perceived as not-needy
Understanding transgenerational trauma
Why our nervous system is key in happiness
Connected with people and feeling alive supporting others
From psychology to somatic healing and international conflict resolution
How education and mentoring shapes our choices and actions in life
Are there many ways to do love and relationships?
The romantic ideal as the fairy tale happiness
Why statistically 25% to 50% of people pretend to be monogamous
The experience of consensual non-monogamy
Monogamy between default programming and the conscious choice
Deconstructing the social construct of monogamy
We are in the early stages of accepting polyamory
When states and cities see polyamory as a protected characteristic
How to cultivate secure attachment and feel polysecure?
Polyamory as an expression of who you are
The stress of opening relationship in the paradigm of love
How to deal with a reluctant partner to open a relationship
When you feel “I love you, but that does not mean we are compatible”
More love, more diversity, more sexual experiences and more resources in polyamory
Using polyamory as a path to awakening
Alternative sexuality and the move towards the non-binary
Healing trauma in the LGBTQ and polyamorous communities
Reembody, connect with the earth, and be grateful
Connect with Jessica here: https://www.jessicafern.com
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