From Childhood Bonds to Adult Ties: Navigating Relationships for Lifelong Happiness and Health

The Good Question Podcast

According to one of the world's longest studies of adult life, positive relationships are the most significant indicator of physical and mental well-being. However, you might not need to read this study to understand the truth of its findings. Today, we explore this topic in depth with Annie Chen, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and author of the book I Want to Connect: Rewiring Your Nervous System for Stress Resilience and Secure Attachment. Chen, a self-described "wounded healer," shares her journey from personal challenges to becoming a therapist, offering insight into the science of attachment and the pivotal role relationships play in adult life. Press play to uncover: How childhood experiences shape our adult relationships, perceptions, and experiences The reasons behind some people's avoidance of intimacy while others seek it out but often find it chaotic and stressful The factors that turn adult relationships into sources of stress rather than solace A recurring pattern in adult relationships where individuals unwittingly trigger each other, perpetuating a cycle of tumult Don't miss this enlightening conversation shedding light on the intricacies of the human psyche. Tune in now and find Chen's book, I Want to Connect: Rewiring Your Nervous System for Stress Resilience and Secure Attachment. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: