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: https://apple.co/38oMlMr