Enhancing Intimacy By Addressing Emotional Avoidance

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Welcome to The Relationship Maze podcast In this episode we delve into the complexities of experiential avoidance a common psychological phenomenon where individuals steer clear of situations that evoke negative emotions Hosts Tom and Angela explore the underlying fears that drive this behaviour such as the worry that addressing certain topics might negatively impact their relationships They discuss how these fears are often rooted in past experiences and societal conditioning which teach us to suppress so-called negative emotions Join us as we uncover the significance of facing these uncomfortable situations to foster deeper intimacy and stronger connections in relationships We apos ll also provide practical guidance on how to recognize and manage the physical sensations and thoughts associated with these challenging emotions ultimately helping you lead a more fulfilling life Stay tuned to learn how to navigate the emotional landscapes of your relationships more effectively 00 00 Overcome avoidance for better fulfilling relationships 04 39 Avoiding conflict in relationships due to fear 07 16 Shortsighted way of interacting withholding truth from partner 12 18 Clients apos childhood emotional experiences impact current behavior 16 11 Avoidance driven by unknown uncomfortable feelings disconnection 17 10 Identify feelings tune into the body 21 13 Open communication fosters intimacy and connection 24 30 Encouraging openness and curiosity in a relationship