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Can relationship stress literally make someone sick? From cortisol spikes to blood sugar dysregulation, this discussion reveals how emotional conflict is processed by the body as a survival threat. 

Topics Covered:
👉 How chronic relationship stress creates a cortisol association with a partner
👉 Why psychological stress alone can spike blood sugar
👉 Acute vs chronic stress and its impact on metabolism
👉 The long-term health risks linked to insecure attachment
👉 How oxytocin buffers anxiety and suppresses cortisol
👉 Why stress drives rigid habits and poor coping behaviors
👉 The communication gap between problem-solving and emotional regulation
👉 Why validation strengthens connection without admitting fault
👉 The biological equation behind attraction, bonding, and commitment
👉 Emotional impermanence and the cycle of reassurance seeking

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