ERP 222: How to Deal with Triggers in Relationship An Interview with Dr. David Richo

David Richo Ph.D. is a Psychotherapist, Writer, and Workshop Leader. He teaches at a variety of places including Esalen and Spirit Rock Buddhist Center. He shares his time between Santa Barabara and San Francisco in California. Dave combines psychological and spiritual perspectives in his work.   In this episode, David Richo and Dr. Jessica Higgins discuss:  The 3 common triggers: fear, anger, and sadness.  The valuable lessons you can learn from your triggers. What happens when we live with triggers for a long period of time.  Recognizing that you can be triggered by an environment, people, and/or events. Tools for working through triggers.     "Relationships work best when we give equal attention to our own needs and to the needs of our partners and children."  —  David Richo    Mentioned:  Shifting Criticism into Connected Communication ERP 195: Essential Elements of Love (Podcast) ERP 196: Essential Elements of Love - Part Two (Podcast)   Connect with David Richo:  Website: DaveRicho.com Books: Triggers When the Past is Present How to Be an Adult in Love   Connect with Dr. Jessica Higgins:  Facebook: facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship Instagram: instagram.com/drjessicahiggins Podcast: drjessicahiggins.com/podcasts Pinterest: pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins Twitter: @DrJessHiggins Website: drjessicahiggins.com  Email: [email protected]   If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please contact me by clicking on the "Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins" button here.  Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship.  Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here.  Thank you!   If you are interested in developing new skills to overcome relationship challenges, please consider taking the Connected Couple Program or engaging in relationship coaching work with me.