
 Relationship Diversity Podcast
 Relationship Diversity Podcast Ep. 121: Break Free from Relationship Patterns: Tools for Deep Healing and Lasting Growth
 Nov 28, 2024 
 Explore how recurring relationship patterns can be powerful catalysts for personal growth. Discover a four-step process designed to break free from autopilot emotional responses. Gain insights on pausing to notice triggers, separating past experiences from the present, cultivating curiosity, and making empowered choices. Learn to embrace challenges as opportunities for deeper self-awareness and fulfillment in your relationships. This journey reimagines connections, encouraging intentional and conscious engagement. 
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Patterns Reveal Growth Opportunities
- Relationship patterns resurface to reveal growth and healing opportunities, not to punish us.
- Recognizing this shift helps evolve into a more authentic, joyful self.
Old Conflict Patterns Resurface
- Carrie shares how arguments trigger old patterns from childhood and her first marriage.
- She highlights the struggle of slipping into unconscious responses despite healing efforts.
Pause and Notice Sensations
- Pause and notice bodily sensations during emotional triggers; avoid labeling them immediately.
- Use somatic awareness to step out of autopilot and observe your reactions objectively.

