In this episode, Marielle and Ed answer a listener's question about fears of abandonment when conflict arises in relationships. These fears go straight to the heart of old wounds for many people. 

Often, worry that conflict will destroy a relationship is rooted in our earliest relationships with our caregivers. If that early care was inconsistent, absent, or punishing in some way, it will be hard to feel secure when conflict inevitably arises in adult relationships. With skill use and a lot of compassion, you can learn to walk yourself through this common fear.  

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DBT Skills Discussed

Wise Mind

Distress Tolerance Skills

STOP

Self-Soothing

Radical Acceptance

Check the Facts

Opposite Action

DEAR MAN

GIVE

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