359: Overcoming Emotional Hurdles in a Relationship Pt. 1 - Greatest Hits

Most of us were never taught how to share pain in a way that brings connection. We were taught to explode, shut down, or stay silent—and those patterns don't just disappear when we get into relationships. In this episode, Justin and Abi explore the messy ways they both used to express pain—and the chaos it created in their marriage. From nonverbal shutdowns to emotional overwhelm and assumptions that turned into judgments, they explain how unspoken pain builds walls and leaves both people feeling powerless. You'll hear how their childhoods shaped their reactions, how misreading each other's signals led to bigger disconnects, and what it took to begin rewiring those patterns. If you've ever been told you're "too much" when you try to share your feelings—or you find yourself constantly shutting down instead of opening up—this episode will help you understand why. This is part one of a two-part series—don't miss it. You can WATCH us at Don't forget to RATE, REVIEW,

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359: Overcoming Emotional Hurdles in a Relationship Pt. 1 - Greatest Hits is an episode from The Connected Life by Justin Stumvoll.

This episode is 59:22 long.

This episode was published on Nov 17, 2025.

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