Phyllis and Dr. Glenn are joined by Elijah Runyan, a seasoned Connection Codes coach and the director of their coaching certification program. Elijah shares how fear of shame, fear of emotions, and avoidance can drive our behaviors in relationships and everyday life. Through real-life client stories and his own experiences, he explains how slicing emotions thinner and processing them authentically can lead to breakthroughs in intimacy, parenting, and self-awareness. The conversation unpacks tools, the role of energy in emotional connection, and why avoiding emotions only strengthens barriers.

Links and Resources:

• To download the Core Emotion Wheel: https://www.connectioncodes.co/wheel
• To enroll in Foundations use the code PODCAST for 20% off: ⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/marriage-course-online⁠
• Book a coaching session with Dr. Glenn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/marriage-help

Connect with Elijah:

• Schedule a CC Coaching Session with Elijah: https://runyanstronghealth.as.me/schedule/5204ed3a
• Runyan Strong Health: https://www.runyanstronghealth.com
• Elijah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijahrunyan
• Elijah on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@runyanstronghealth

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Unmasking Emotions: The Start Of It All
• 00:00:22 - Meet The Minds Behind Connection Codes
• 00:01:49 - Elijah’s Aha Moment On Fear Of Shame
• 00:04:00 - When Fear Holds Relationships Hostage
• 00:07:27 - The Hidden Depths Of Anger And Hurt
• 00:16:25 - Stories That Change Perspectives
• 00:24:30 - Processing Emotions: The Turning Point
• 00:27:26 - Fear, Anxiety, And Emotional Breakthroughs
• 00:29:41 - Why Emotional Regulation Is Everything
• 00:33:49 - Secrets To Connection In Every Relationship
• 00:41:11 - A Glimpse Into The Coaching Universe
• 00:44:13 - The Final Thought That Says It All