Unraveling the Past with Dr. Susan Campbell

Oct. 17

Have you ever wondered how your childhood experiences shape your reactions as an adult, especially in relationships and leadership roles? Dr. Susan Campbell is a renowned relationship expert, author of nine books, and a sought-after voice in understanding human work and love relations, and in this episode we’re diving into the intricacies of emotional regulation, the impact of childhood experiences, and the importance of authenticity in our personal and professional lives.

Listen in as Susan shares insights on the profound effects of seemingly minor childhood traumas, explaining how unmet needs during our formative years can influence our reactions and emotional regulation in adulthood. We also discuss what it means to “get real” with yourself (and why you should), the tangible benefits of self-awareness and authenticity, and insights into managing emotions, understanding triggers, and embracing genuine connections.

And as with everything I share on the podcast, this is what I believe based on what I’ve read and researched. But please don’t take my word for it. Keep what sticks, discard the rest and for goodness sakes, go out and test drive it!

What You’ll Learn In Today’s Episode:

What triggers our reactions.
How our childhood affects our reactions as adults.
The beauty of recognizing our trigger reactions.
How to manage dysregulated emotions as a leader.
How to navigate differences with others.
Whether a touch of mystery truly matters.
Authenticity in the dating scene.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

“Most of us have unfinished childhood business, unfinished wounds from the past.” – Dr. Susan Campbell

“It’s your responsibility to learn how to regulate your emotions so they don’t become the kind of emotions that create chaos in your environment.” – Dr. Susan Campbell

“Emotions are normal, even if they’re dysregulated.” – Dr. Susan Campbell