Meg Wilson 
Rebuilding trust after betrayal involves emotional processing and establishing new connection patterns. Therapy helps couples express vulnerabilities, fostering understanding and responsiveness, ultimately creating a stronger, more resilient relationship.
Negative cycles in relationships, whether monogamous or polyamorous, stem from deeper emotional needs and fears. Recognizing these patterns and communicating openly can transform conflicts into moments of deeper connection and understanding.
Emotion-Focused Therapy challenges traditional relationship myths, emphasising vulnerability and emotional connection over blame. It views therapy as preventative maintenance, not just crisis intervention, fostering deeper understanding and growth in relationships.
Emotions are constructed experiences shaped by our brains’ predictions and context. Lisa Feldman Barrett’s theory highlights the role of core affect and interoception in emotional awareness, emphasising the importance of understanding and labelling emotions for greater emotional intelligence.
“Children who are not loved for who they are become adults who believe they are loved when they are liked.” – Gabor Mate’
Meg Wilson discusses polyamory and non-monogamy’s impact on the nervous system and the risk of repeating relationship patterns. The podcast also explores the importance of connection in a hyper-individualistic society.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the unceded lands where we work and live, the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation. We celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples, acknowledge their deep connection to the lands and waters of Australia, and their rich understanding of what it means to be well.
Unison Mental Health is not a crisis service.
If this is an emergency please contact 000 or lifeline at 13 11 14
Unison Mental Health is not a crisis service.
If this is an emergency please contact 000 or lifeline at 13 11 14
