FAQ

  • Who is this course for?

    This course was designed for people who are struggling to have the relationships they want in their lives. -It's about friendships and healthy connection in general more than romantic advice. -It's for anyone interested in a science-based approach to having healthy relationships.

  • Will I learn what to do?

    Yes! There is a comprehensive "How To" section in this course that walks you through exercises and strategies to improve relationship health.

  • I am worried about my relationships. Is this couse for me?

    If you are worried for your safety, I would recommend that you get help for that with a domestic violence or law enforcement service. If your concerns about more about feeling unfulfilled, lonely or isolated, then this course if for you.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction to the Course

    • Welcome to the course!
  • 2

    Why Are Relationships So Important for our Wellbeing?

    • Wellbeing Foundations

    • Wellbeing Foundations #1 - Embodied Regulation

    • Wellbeing Foundations #2 - Dialectical Thinking

    • Wellbeing Foundations #3: Empowered Responsibility

    • Wellbeing and its Three Foundations - in Practice
  • 3

    The Science of Relationships

    • Psychology and Neuroscience of Relationships

    • Social Mammals and Polyvagal Theory

    • Resonance and the Risks of Loneliness

    • Attachment Theory and Collaboration

    • Temperament
  • 4

    Defining Healthy Relationships

    • Concepts

    • Social Circles

    • Resonance and Trust

    • Boundaries

    • Respect, Rights, Responsibilities, Rules

    • Showing Up
  • 5

    What Makes People Connect?

    • It's not what you think!
  • 6

    Recognising Problem Relationships

    • Problem Relationships

    • Conflict Triangles

    • Schemas

    • Danger! Gaslighting and DARVO
  • 7

    Self Assessment

    • Self Assessment

    • Friends Assessment
  • 8

    How to do Relationships

    • 1. Self Care

    • 2. Emotion Regulation

    • 3. Method for Regulating Emotions

    • 4. Attitudes about Relationships

    • 5. Communication Skills

    • 6. Curating your Relationships

    • 7. Meeting People
  • 9

    Conclusion

    • Putting it all Together

    • Please Help Me Improve this Course for Future Learners

    • Thank you for taking this course!

Written and Presented by Catherine Hynes, PhD

Inspired by her work as a clinical psychologist

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Catherine Hynes

Dr Catherine Hynes is a Clinical Psychologist with a PhD in clinical psychology and neuropsychology. She has extensive experience in treating complex trauma and dissociation, and is highly sought after as a supervisor, EMDR Consultant and trainer. Through Catherine's business, Wellbeing Wisdom, she works in clinical practice and teaches the public about general wellbeing using wisdom developed through therapy and neuroscience.