Master Your Marriage

Snapping, Shutting Down & Fighting? How to Spot and Stop Dysregulation in Your Marriage


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Struggling with overwhelm, shutdown, or emotional reactivity in your relationship? Our new Window of Tolerance Worksheet helps you identify your triggers, recognize dysregulation, and develop strategies to regain balance so you can show up as your best self in your marriage.

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In this episode of Master Your Marriage, the hosts delve into the concept of the 'window of tolerance' and its significance in maintaining emotional regulation within relationships. They share personal anecdotes to illustrate how dysregulation can manifest in everyday situations and emphasize the importance of recognizing early warning signs. The conversation transitions into practical tools for managing dysregulation, including self-check-ins and co-regulation techniques, ultimately highlighting the importance of compassion and understanding in navigating emotional challenges together.


Takeaways

  • Understanding the window of tolerance is crucial for effective communication.
  • Recognizing when you or your partner are outside your window of tolerance is key.
  • Dysregulation can manifest as hyper arousal or hypo arousal.
  • Real-life examples help illustrate the impact of emotional states on relationships.
  • Self-awareness through daily check-ins can help identify emotional states.
  • Co-regulation with a partner can provide safety and support during dysregulation.
  • Different tools are needed for hyper arousal versus hypo arousal.
  • Physical symptoms can indicate emotional dysregulation.
  • Compassion for oneself and one's partner is essential during tough times.
  • Practicing these techniques can strengthen relationships over time.

Next Steps:

  1. Get the worksheet: https://stan.store/masteryourmarriage/p/window-of-tolerance-emotional-regulation-worksheet
  2. For more practical tools and tips, follow Robert and Sharla on Instagram, and leave a review if this episode resonated with you.

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