In this episode Gareth and Matt break down why most relationship blowups come down to an untrained nervous system, not a character flaw and what to do about it.
What you'll learn:
Triggers aren't proof of a broken relationship, they're a map pointing at what still needs healing in you.
Kids and animals naturally express big emotions through their bodies. But as adults we learn to suppress them. This suppression is what causes relationship blow-ups.
The four trauma responses: Fight (rage, argue), Flight (withdraw), Fix (people-please), Freeze (shut down) - and which one you default to when stressed.
The real marker of relationship maturity: choosing to respond with awareness rather than react unconsciously.
Tools to start using:
Notice the trigger, take a real pause, and move the energy with breath, movement, and sound.
Get curious about which of your core wounds (abandonment, rejection, etc.) just got activated.
Come back to the conversation once you're regulated, prioritising connection over being right.
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