Vulnerability - Opportunities We Miss

Vibe With Susan

In this episode, Susan unravels the intricate dance between intimacy and vulnerability in relationships.
Susan shares a surprising revelation from the dance floor, weaving a tale of growth, discomfort, and the magic that happens when we are willing to be vulnerable and trust in the guidance of the present moment.

If you have found yourself avoiding opportunities to be vulnerable in relationships or life in general, this episode is for you.

Key points covered in this episode:

• Where we might be hindering growth in our relationship by avoiding vulnerability
• Accepting that the triggering process will happen
• The importance of confronting vulnerabilities like fear of abandonment, closeness, rejection, unworthiness
• Susan emphasizes the significance of having the uncomfortable conversations
• How we can change the narrative from avoidance and fear to presence and trust, to create connection
• Shifting from being in our head and trying to control vs being inner body and trusting
• The price we pay for choosing comfort over true fulfillment
• Susan proposes the concept of “rising in love” - a union that supports each other’s highest potential
• The key difference between mediocre and extraordinary relationships
• Trauma and Intimacy: Susan acknowledges the impact of childhood trauma on our ability to be physically and emotionally close in relationships
• Susan highlights the critical elements of courage, curiosity, playfulness and trust, to reach new levels of growth and intimacy in relationships

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