07 - address your pain and communicate your emotions effectively with Love Coach Shaun Galanos

In this episode, Shaun Galanos explores the challenges that come with communicating emotions, especially those rooted in fear and shame. Shaun offers paths in letting go of those burdens through therapy or simply sharing with people you trust. Men and women will walk away understanding what it takes to have a clear and effective dialogue between partners. SHOWNOTES (3:28) Shaun Galanos’ story (9:30) ‘Not everyone likes pineapple pizza’ (13:01) Why men stay burdened (20:32) How to say ‘no’ with love (27:16) The unique ways in which people relate and communicate (31:12) The challenge of communicating emotions (32:55) The fear is worse than the actual expression (37:27) How speaking in absolutes can be dangerous (39:23) We demonize men as much as we demonize women (40:41) Instead of trying to ‘fix things,’ ask how you can help (42:30) A lot of work in relationships happen in therapy (46:22) The importance of sharing your experiences with others (50:43) Where are all the good men, I can’t find them (52:24)What to do if you are attracted to the ‘bad boy’ (56:10) What is the reason why people are emotionally unavailable? (58:14) How to connect with your feelings when you think you don’t know how to (1:01:44) Where to find Shaun’s work Shaun Galanos is a love coach, host of The Love Drive podcast, and an online course creator. He teaches people intimacy and communication tools for better relationships and more love. He holds certifications in coaching from Concordia University, Rape Crisis Counseling from BAWAR in Oakland, CA, and a Bachelor's Degree in Interpersonal Communication from USCB. When he's not teaching courses or recording his podcast, he's learning to love his partner, playing with his dog, and building community in Montreal. Read more about him on: https://thelovedrive.com/ For more on Sophie Josephina, check out her work on instagram @sophie.josephina or www.sophiejosephina.com