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Oct 2023
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#113: How Stress Impacts Our Relationshi...

Stephanie Rigg
About this episode

In today's episode, we're talking all about stress and the profound impact it can have on our relationships. We live in a world where stress is chronic and constant - and not only does that spell trouble for our health and wellbeing, but it can leave us feeling lonely, resentful and disconnected in our partnerships. 

We'll cover:

  • how stress can exacerbate existing attachment dynamics
  • why we aren't designed for chronic stress and what it does to us
  • how our nervous system's stress response affects our perception and our stories
  • tips for managing stress more adaptively as an individual and within your relationship

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