CHAPTER 4

Exploring Emotions

Chapters 4, 5, 6, and 7 explore in depth the various components of emotional connection and the process through which relationship bonds are formed, repaired, and nurtured. These chapters contain detailed information requiring careful reading and analysis.

We distinguish three levels of emotions in the EmC process: surface emotions, softer emotions, and primary emotions. Exploring each level of emotion takes us deeper into understanding the core reactions and protective behaviors that impact our interactions with others during moments of stress. The iceberg in Figure 4.1 illustrates the dangers of not discovering and engaging our emotions beneath the surface. These deeper emotions are responsible for sinking our efforts ...

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