Jacqueline Trumbull and Kibby McMahon
Jacqueline Trumbull and Kibby McMahon
The Science of Co-Regulation: Building Safety in Relationships
The Science of Co-Regulation: Building Safety in Relationships
The Science of Co-Regulation: Building Safety in Relationships
Wednesday 11th June 2025
Explore the science behind co-regulation in relationships, enhancing safety and connection between partners.
61 minutes
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Jacqueline Trumbull and Kibby McMahon
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Recovery from Trauma
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Co-regulation involves attuning nervous systems for mutual support.
- Personal experiences can illustrate the impact of co-regulation.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy aids in understanding partner needs.
- Partners affect each other's emotional states significantly.
- Taking responsibility for one's emotions is crucial.
Your stress, your emotional state, and everything, like, transmits to that person.
Ever wondered why holding hands with your partner can instantly calm your nerves? This episode of 'A Little Help For Our Friends' dives into the fascinating science behind co-regulation in romantic relationships. Hosts Jacqueline Trumbull and Dr. Kibby McMahon take listeners on a journey through the neurobiological dance of two nervous systems attuning to each other, creating a sense of safety and connection that neither person could achieve alone.
With a mix of personal anecdotes and scientific insights, they explore how co-regulation plays out in everyday life, from soothing each other's anxieties to understanding when it's best to take a step back. Jacqueline shares her own experiences, including her recent dissertation defence and engagement, highlighting the importance of feeling safe and supported in a relationship. The hosts discuss how past relationships filled with chaos can contrast with the calm and security found in healthy partnerships.
They emphasise the significance of understanding one's own emotional needs and how partners can help each other without taking full responsibility for each other's feelings. Dr. Kibby adds her expertise on Emotionally Focused Therapy, explaining how co-regulation involves attunement and validating each other's needs. The episode also touches on how stress and emotional states can be transmitted between partners, underscoring the importance of grounding oneself to positively affect the other.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in building stronger, more resilient relationships through the science of co-regulation. Whether you're curious about how your relationship dynamics affect your mental health or looking for ways to enhance your connection with your partner, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical advice.