Trigger Talk: Insights for Rewiring Our Reactions with Susan Campbell, PhD

In this episode of the Laid Open Podcast we welcome Dr. Susan Campbell PhD, an esteemed psychologist and relationship coach who delves deep into the essence of understanding and managing what triggers us in intimate relationships. Dr. Susan provides practical steps for self-awareness, emotional regulation, and effective communication to foster healthier relationships. Plus, she emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, safety, and understanding attachment styles. Together, Charna and Dr. Susan discuss the profound impact of individual healing on a collective scale. The episode wraps up with Dr. Susan guiding an exercise on recognizing one's Trigger Signature and touches on approaches for relational freedom and repair. 00:00 Introduction and Course Announcement 01:18 Introducing Susan Campbell 02:26 Exploring Emotional Triggers and Healing 19:42 Understanding Attachment Styles 26:44 Practicing Self-Regulation and Pausing 37:05 Understanding Attachment Dynamics 37:20 Learning Through Experience 39:27 The Importance of Repair in Relationships 40:22 Compassionate Self-Inquiry 40:44 Addressing Core Fears and Triggers 42:17 Effective Communication and Repair Scripts 48:17 The Role of Radical Honesty 48:59 Creating Safety and Self-Awareness 50:07 Managing Triggers and Repair Timing 53:50 Unilateral Repair and Seeking Reassurance 58:45 When to Seek Third-Party Help 01:00:14 Workshops, Webinars, and Continued Learning 01:02:03 Relational Freedom and Trigger Signature Exercise 01:13:54 Conclusion and Resources