The Art of Growth Receiving and Resisting Connection- Ep2
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Jan 30, 2024 Explore the delicate dance of forming connections while navigating vulnerability. Personal stories reveal the tension between longing for relationships and resisting openness. Delve into how past experiences shape our fear of intimacy and defensive behaviors. Discover the Reticular Activating System's influence on our perceptions and biases. Uncover strategies for cultivating inner peace through meaningful interactions and simple acts of kindness. Join the journey of social fitness and share your experiences to enhance personal connections.
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The Rhythm of Connection
- We often try to meet connection needs through unhealthy means, leading to dissatisfaction.
- True satisfaction arises from a balance of giving and receiving in relationships.
Naming Resistance
- Acknowledge and name your resistance to connection to better understand it.
- Recognize that resisting connection is a common self-protective mechanism.
Joel's Resistance
- Joel Hubbard shares his resistance to receiving help, feeling a need for control and a dislike of indebtedness.
- This resistance is a daily occurrence, stemming from a desire for autonomy.