From Reactivity to Re-Choosing Love: Shifting Patterns in Relationships

🧠❤️Emotional reactivity in relationships is fueled by fear, anger, and hurt, causing disconnection from our true selves.

🧘‍♀️🤝🧘‍♂️Practicing mindfulness and compassion can help us stay connected to our hearts and respond wisely in relationships.

🎭😔🎭😡Common patterns of reactivity include lashing out, controlling, withdrawing, accommodating, or pretending.

🧬🧠🔄Neuroplasticity allows us to change our reactive patterns through practice and rewiring the brain.

🌟🌈Shifting from reactivity to re-choosing love brings about deep connection, healing, and meaning in relationships.

How can mindfulness help in shifting from reactivity to love?

—Mindfulness allows us to become aware of our reactive patterns and create space for wise response instead of impulsive reactions.

What are some common patterns of emotional reactivity in relationships?

—Common patterns include lashing out, trying to control others, withdrawing or avoiding connection, accommodating others at the expense of our own needs, or pretending to be someone we're not.

Can we change our reactive patterns?

—Yes, neuroplasticity allows our brains to change patterns through practice and rewiring. It takes time and effort, but it is possible.

What are the benefits of shifting from reactivity to re-choosing love?

—Shifting to love brings deep connection, healing, and meaning in relationships. It allows us to respond with empathy, compassion, and authenticity.

How can we practice re-choosing love in relationships?

—Practice mindfulness, self-compassion, and self-awareness. Cultivate empathy, listen deeply, and communicate with understanding and kindness.

01:02The speaker introduces the topic: shifting from reactivity to re-choosing love in relationships.

05:19The speaker discusses common patterns of emotional reactivity in relationships.

07:53The speaker shares how neuroplasticity allows us to change our reactive patterns.

11:58The speaker leads a guided practice to explore personal reactive patterns.

14:18The speaker highlights the power of mindfulness and compassion in shifting from reactivity to wise response.

17:40The speaker invites participants to reflect on the benefits of re-choosing love in relationships.

20:05The speaker provides practical tips for practicing re-choosing love in relationships.