Coupleship ShameCoupleship Shame
Untangle & Thrive Podcast
In this episode, we are diving into coupleship shame and what to do about it. Many times we stay stuck in the shame, not sure how to mobilize into a harmonious union again. Things need to get addressed, issues need to be voiced in a healthy way, and space needed to help to discover each other again. This episode is not only for the ladies, so gentlemen come to this space to gather some ideas of what you can do to move forward. I must say, coaching couples is by far the most difficult space I hold for people. Triggering money issues and disastrous sexual trauma are difficult terrains to navigate. However, it is possible to recover and thrive. We have to become willing to put down our swords and pick up our hearts. We must be willing to meet somewhere new in order to discover each other again. Sometimes it starts with a foot rub, a hand holding, a gesture of maybe. Whatever it is, lets start!
28:19•1 Jun 2020
Healing Together: Tackling Coupleship Shame with Angela McKinney
“It's usually we're lacking skills and internal resources to support our needs and our desires more fully.”
Relationships can be tough, especially when shame rears its ugly head. In this episode of 'Untangle & Thrive', Angela McKinney dives into the tricky waters of coupleship shame and offers a lifeline for those feeling adrift. Angela, an addiction-recovery expert, brings her unique blend of neurobiology and creativity to help couples address and heal from the shame that can strain their bonds.
She doesn't shy away from the hard stuff—whether it's financial stress or sexual trauma, Angela faces it head-on with practical advice and heartfelt empathy. This episode is a must-listen for both men and women looking to reconnect and find harmony in their relationships. Angela encourages couples to voice their feelings, tackle issues together, and take small steps toward rebuilding trust and intimacy. Sometimes, it starts with something as simple as a foot rub or holding hands.
Angela's approach is all about putting down your defenses and opening up your heart. So, if you're ready to move past the shame and rediscover each other, this episode offers the guidance you need.
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