Notes From a Relationship Coach
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Notes From a Relationship Coach(Big ideas in a small email) “We are all adults with the emotional wiring of the child we once were.” –Alain de Botton, The Course of Love I recently had a client ask, “Why do I feel this tall when someone does that to me?” Are you aware of triggering experiences in your life that make you feel like a child? Small, weak, voiceless, powerless, helpless, terrified, overwhelmed, etc? That’s a very real, young part of you still trying to survive a world that no...
Notes From a Relationship Coach(Big ideas in a small email) “Connection is why we’re here; it is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives.” –Brené Brown, The Gifts of Imperfection Everybody wants love and connection. Humans are literally built for it. But healthy, sustainable love dangles like a carrot on the other side of our wounds. And if we want that yummy carrot, there’s no way around this healing thing. That’s why I was a “relationship coach” for like five minutes before I had to...
Notes From a Relationship Coach(Big ideas in a small email) “Trauma is a response to anything that's overwhelming that happens too much, too fast, too soon, or too long, coupled with a lack of protection or support.” –Resmaa Menakem, My Grandmother’s Hands What a great definition of trauma! I’d like to reiterate that trauma is not the event but how you change in response to it. Also of note, the same event could be non-traumatic given the right protection or support. With this understanding,...