353. What is Emotional Security? How does it Help People Connect?

Today's episode takes us all the way back to episode one as part of my somewhat sporadic summer review series. We're revisiting one of the foundational ideas behind almost everything I do as a counselor, consultant, and in my own relationships: emotional security. What is emotional security? Why does it matter? How does it change the way we handle conflict, build trust, and grow stronger relationships? Whether you're trying to repair a struggling relationship, deepen a healthy one, or simply become a wiser, more emotionally mature person, this conversation lays the groundwork. It explores the philosophy that undergirds nearly everything I teach in couples therapy and throughout my work. If you've ever felt stuck in your relationships or wanted to understand why some people seem to grow through life's challenges while others stay trapped by them, this is a great place to start.