Jul 30, 2024
Annoyance & Acceptance: Managing Emotions in Friendships
Jen and Patricia discuss the importance of naming and accepting emotions, including annoyance, as well as the challenges of communication and managing expectations in their friendship. They share personal experiences and strategies for navigating difficult...
Jul 23, 2024
The Importance of Self-Regulation, Self-Compassion and Connection
Patricia discusses her feelings of annoyance and disappointment when her scheduled recording with Jen is cancelled. The conversation highlights the complexities of managing emotions and maintaining healthy boundaries in relationships. She also...
Jul 16, 2024
Navigating Reconnection after Rupture: Messiness Is a Healthy Part of Relationships
Patricia and Jen discuss the challenges of reconnecting after a rupture in their relationship. They explore the fear of not being able to get back to normal and the desire for rupture and repair in significant relationships. They...
Jul 9, 2024
Taking up Space and Expressing Your Feelings is Important for Healing Attachment Injuries
Patricia shares her experiences of her recent trip to Chicago. She discusses the challenges she faced in navigating changes in plans and the emotions that arose during her son's graduation from boot camp. Patricia also...
Jul 2, 2024
Anger and Attachment: Navigating Different Neurotypes Within a Relationship
Patricia and Jen explore the dynamics of attachment injuries, ADHD, and autism within their friendship. They explore the challenges of communication, time orientation, and emotional regulation. They touch on the concept of platonic life...