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Julie Menanno MA, LMFT, LCPC Julie Menanno MA, LMFT, LCPC

What is "The Negative Cycle?"

Break free from the Negative Cycle in relationships by understanding its roots in attachment needs, vulnerability, and behaviors, and learn how to foster connection.

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Episode #64: When Vulnerability Isn't Safe
Episode #64: When Vulnerability Isn't Safe

In this session, Julie Menanno discusses why vulnerability often feels unsafe for some individuals and how it impacts relationships.

Episode #63: Piling it On
Episode #63: Piling it On

In this session, Julie Menanno introduces the concept of "piling it on" in relationships, a behavior where one partner brings up multiple concerns or past grievances in response to a single issue or moment of vulnerability.

Episode #62- The Attachment Friendly Environment
Episode #62- The Attachment Friendly Environment

In this session, Julie Menanno discusses ways to improve communication in relationships to avoid negative cycles and create an "attachment-friendly" environment.

Episode #61- The Negative Cycle
Episode #61- The Negative Cycle

In this session, Julie Menanno discussed the concept of the "negative cycle" in relationships, explaining how small triggers can spiral into recurring, unresolved conflicts.

Secure Love Book Discussion and Q&A
Secure Love Book Discussion and Q&A

In this meeting, Julie focused on the defensive behaviors couples use in negative relationship cycles. These "moves," while often harmful, are protective strategies to avoid pain like disconnection or shame.