Do you ever find yourself in the same argument with your partner over and over again? Or perhaps there’s distance that has slowly developed over time and you can’t quite put your finger on why.In this episode of the Choosing to Heal podcast, I talk with Brett Nikula, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Life Coach & Founder of Pivotal Approach Counseling & Coaching.We dive into the conflict cycle and how it impacts every single one of our relationships (even non-romantic). We share personal examples and break down the steps of the conflict cycle to help you understand and break free from your own relationship patterns. In this episode:How & why couples fall into the Conflict CycleHow to identify your attachment longings & deeper vulnerable emotions beneath your surface-level reactionsPersonal stories & examples of the Conflict Cycle from both Brett & MonicaHow to own your cycle and take responsibility for your part in conflictsHow your trauma impacts how you show up in conflictThe skills needed to work through conflictWhat couples can do to start healing and repairingResources and links mentioned in this episodeDownload the FREE Conflict Cycle WorksheetGet 20% off your first 3 months with code HEAL:  Connected Couples Campus Full Show Notes HERE Connect with Monica:Follow Monica on Instagram , Facebook and TikTok.To learn more about Monica, dive further into topics mentioned, or to submit a topic/guest request, visit her website at www.monicaleighblog.comFollow the podcast on Instagram and FacebookJoin Monica’s email list to become an exclusive insiderConnect with Brett Nikula:Instagram: @pivotalapproachmnPodcast: Fighting for Connection PodcastBrett's website: https://www.pivotalapproach.com/Connected Couples CampusThank you for listening to Choosing To Heal with Monica Leigh! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe & leave a review to help support the podcast and keep future content coming!