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My name is Michelle Coops, and as a Life, Love & Leadership Mentor I guide people to liberate themselves from the invisible shackles that keep them from showing up authentically and unapologetically in their relationships. In this podcast I share about how you can deepen your relationship with yourself, your partner… and actually everyone you come close to. I believe we are all relational beings. We are wired for connection. The more we are connected to ourselves, the more we can authentically connect to others. As many others before me have stated: The quality of your relationship determines the quality of your life. This starts with you taking ownership, Leadership, of yourself. And so I ask you: are you open to explore how you can become who you’re meant to be: a free, courageous, radiant, joyful, bad-ass, confident and juicy creature of love, who takes charge like a true Leader does.
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Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Welcome to a captivating exploration of the complex world of relationship dynamics. In this podcast episode, we delve deep into the familiar dance between love and fear; discussing the delicate equilibrium of emotional space and connection, and the subconscious dance where each partner has contrasting needs. We uncover the underlying causes of one partner's retreat and provide practical strategies to help manage this effectively. Also, we explore withdrawal as a coping mechanism, the significance of hormones and attachment styles in the mix of things.
Understanding your partner's withdrawal as their safe haven during stress can, often times, change your perspective. This episode aims to help you empathize with your partner's retreat as being unrelated to the relationship and more as a coping mechanism. In the midst of all this, acknowledging your own feelings becomes equally important. This self-awareness can help decipher whether your impulse to hold on stems from a genuine desire to support your partner or a less selfless need to feel needed.
The episode also dives into the concept of "promised returns" - assuring your partner of reconnection after periods of self-regulation – an understanding which can provide a sense of security to the anxious partner. By addressing these challenging situations, this discourse helps you navigate the common relationship trials with understanding and empathy, facilitating a way for stronger and healthier relationships.
Join us in this illuminating discussion and gain valuable insights into managing emotional spaces in your relationship, fostering personal growth, and creating a lasting, mature connection. Every relationship is a rhythmic dance of closeness and distancing, with the perfect balance struck in understanding, patience, and love - the core ingredients of the symphony of love.
Visit michellecoops.com for more enlightening content on relationships and subscribe to our weekly newsletter for regular, insightful discussions. Stay raw. Stay real. Stay rebelicious.
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