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ERP 280: What We Expect Around Vulnerability In Relationship & Why It Matters - An Interview with Mitchell Smolkin
The natural fear of vulnerability is tied to the survival instinct. However, this fear can also block intimacy in relationship. Working through the specific moments in time which caused this fear to begin is a painful but rewarding process for both partners.
Unraveling the causes of fear takes into account many factors including cultural and intergenerational trauma. But the most important element to foster healing is open communication to create a safe space to be vulnerable.
Mitchell Smolkin, a certified emotionally-focused couples therapist (EFT) and supervisor, Jungian psychoanalyst, published author, and experienced public speaker. He is also the host of “The Dignity of Suffering Podcast.”
Mitchell is a trusted authority on relationships, trauma, parenting and emotional transitions. He spent his career helping people deal with life’s various challenges through international practice. He has published works in the area of intergenerational trauma, specifically focusing on the ways in which we process grief, pain, and loss.
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