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Scenario

When couples have opposite stress responses that create conflict

My partner and I are both burned out from work but we handle stress completely differently - she goes into hyperactive problem-solving mode while I shut down and withdraw, and instead of balancing each other out we're just creating more stress in our relationship. We both know we're doing it but can't seem to break the cycle.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Two people with complementary stress responses are inadvertently triggering each other's worst patterns rather than finding mutual regulation.

Your guide for this
Patan
Patan works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Stress — the psychology and biology?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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