The Work From Home Show S2Ep8: Why the Ups and Downs of Relationships Are the Secret to Building Intimacy, Resilience, and Trust with Edward Tronick
Feb 23, 2021
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Edward Tronick, a distinguished University Professor of Psychology at UMass Boston, shares insights on human relationships. He emphasizes the balance of emotional ups and downs as a pathway to deeper intimacy and resilience. The conversation delves into the impact of social media on mental health, revealing its link to depression. Tronick also highlights the significance of real-life interactions and how the Still Face Experiment illustrates the fundamental need for connection, especially in our tech-driven world.
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Routine and Social Contact Help
- Establish a routine to manage emotional challenges when working from home.
- Exercise, social contact (even virtually), and outdoor visits boost emotional well-being.
Embrace Relationship Discord
- Show empathy towards yourself and others, especially children, during stressful times.
- Accept that relationship discord is normal and not a sign of failure.
Frequent Casual Friend Contact
- Maintain frequent, casual contact with friends via calls, texts, or emails.
- Avoid pressuring interactions to be perfect or lengthy; regular short check-ins build connection.
