Master Your Marriage31 Jul 2025

Breaking Generational Patterns in Relationships, with Leanna Hunt

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of generational patterns and how they affect relationships. Our guest, Leanna Hunt, a somatic therapist and certified performance coach, shares insights on nervous system regulation and generational trauma healing. We explore how trauma can be passed down through generations and discuss practical steps couples can take to break these cycles.

Key Topics:

Introduction to generational patterns and their impact on relationships. The science behind trauma inheritance, including the cherry blossom study on mice. The role of the nervous system in perceiving safety and threat. Practical steps for couples to recognize and address inherited patterns. The four-step framework: Notice, Name, Nurture, and Navigate. Real-life examples of healing generational patterns.

Links Mentioned:

Follow Liana Hunt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aligningwithleanna

Aligning with Liana Book: "It Didn't Start with You" by Mark Wolynn: https://www.amazon.com/Didnt-Start-You-Inherited-Family/dp/1101980389

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Remember, it's the small things done often that have the greatest impact. Be kind to each other and put each other first.

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