Emotional Needs in Relationships
Emotional reactions often stem from unmet needs, where partners may feel pressured to sacrifice their individuality for closeness. Many struggle with regulating their feelings, looking to their partners to fulfill childhood emotional needs that were never addressed. This reliance can create an impossible dynamic, as both individuals seek comfort and understanding without knowing how to provide it for themselves or each other.In this clip
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187: The 'In It' Moment That Kills Relationships
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