Relationships By Design

13 Fear Always Divides

Episode Summary

Fear can be paralyzing, it can stop us in our tracks when we're trying to achieve new goals or get in the way of making positive changes. In times of stress, our fears can divide us when we get defensive about the choices that we make. This can impact our personal relationships when we have doubts about our worthiness; or can cause us to become defensive about our ideals when talking about controversial or stressful topics.

Episode Notes

Fear can be paralyzing, it can stop us in our tracks when we're trying to achieve new goals or get in the way of making positive changes. In times of stress, our fears can divide us when we get defensive about the choices that we make. This can impact our personal relationships when we have doubts about our worthiness; or can cause us to become defensive about our ideals when talking about controversial or stressful topics.

Allowing ourselves to be vulnerable and truthful about our worries means that others may recognize their own struggles with self-doubt. It is easier to understand each other when we can empathize with one another. Fear may cause our divides, but opening up about our worries and insecurities can be something that brings us back together.

 

Resources Mentioned:

EP08  Drama & Conflict In Your Relationship? : Link
EP09  Antidote To The Drama Cycle: Link
EP12  Live Life As An Experiment: Link

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