Episode 11: Relationality Part 3

Episode 11: Relationality Part 3

From The Three Petals by Jim Trofatter

January 8, 2026 · 50 min

About this episode

This episode explores the complexities of relationality, including triggers, the drama triangle, and conflict-avoidance styles.

In today’s episode we will be diving again into one of the most profound, and often most challenging, aspects of our human experience: relationality. Today, we’ll be looking at triggers, the drama triangle, the empowerment dynamic, conflict-avoidance styles and touch on non-violent communication. Episode Breakdown: Part 1: More on Relationships Part 2: Psychological Triggers – The Unseen Landmines of Relationality Part 3: The Drama Triangle – The Trap of Unconscious Relational Patterns Part...

Topics covered

  • relationality
  • triggers
  • drama triangle
  • empowerment dynamic
  • conflict-avoidance
  • non-violent communication

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Books & works: More on Relationships

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