Jealousy is a complex emotional response often triggered by feelings of insecurity and fear of loss, and can profoundly impact personal relationships. It typically arises when an individual perceives a threat to a valued relationship, whether the threat is real or imagined. This emotion can lead to behaviors aimed at preventing loss, such as excessive monitoring or controlling tendencies, yet these actions often exacerbate the fears driving the jealousy.

In this episode, we delve into pervasive issues surrounding jealousy, uncovering their origins rooted in individual past experiences and amplified by today's social media-driven culture. The discussion offers valuable insights into the psychological patterns contributing to jealous behaviors. You'll discover practical tips and methods for self-regulation, including breathing exercises and strategies for improving communication with partners. Emphasizing self-awareness and the conscious choice in responding to relationship stressors, this episode aims to transform approaches to trust and connection, empowering individuals to cultivate healthier, more secure emotional bonds.

Shanenn Bryant is the founder and CEO of Top Self, a self-development company offering coaching, courses, and community to those with feelings of low self-worth, insecurity, and jealousy in their relationship.

Using her instructional design certification Shanenn has developed many sales, systems, and development skills courses and delivered more than 400 training classes.

As a relationship confidence expert, and the host of the Top Self podcast, Shanenn has inspired thousands to break up with bogus beliefs, crack the control code, and overhaul their insecure habits.

Check out the transcript of this episode on Dr. Jessica Higgin's website. In this episode

05:41 Shannon Bryant's mission to combat relationship insecurities.

08:51 Understanding the roots and impact of jealousy on relationships.

13:43 The interconnectedness of jealousy, anxiety, and insecurity, relating them to past experiences of relational trauma and insecure attachments.

26:01 The tendency to be attracted to unavailable partners as a means of avoiding self-reflection and confronting personal issues.

27:13 The role of technology in exacerbating jealousy and practical steps to address it.

34:37 Balancing trust and vigilance: Navigating the fine line in relationships.

37:51 Strategies for overcoming jealousy addiction.

41:03 The concept of jealousy as a symptom rather than the problem itself, emphasizing its role as a solution signaling underlying issues.

47:38 Coaching, resources, and trust-building programs for overcoming jealousy.

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