The People Who Leave You Smaller

About this episode

Michael Trainer discusses the neuroscience behind relationships and the impact of staying in unhealthy ones.

Your nervous system is not being dramatic. It is not being harsh or selfish or spiritually immature. It is being accurate. In this episode, Michael Trainer explores the neuroscience of who belongs in your life — and the biological cost of staying in relationships your body has already tried to leave.

People in this episode

Host: Michael Trainer

Topics covered

• neuroscience
• relationships
• self-awareness
• emotional health
• personal growth

Keywords

• nervous system
• biological cost
• relationships
• self improvement
• emotional well-being

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