11: Born to Parent or Partner? Introducing a New Way to Understand Relationships

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Have you ever felt like your role in relationships is naturally wired in a certain way? Maybe you find yourself stepping up as the caregiver, protector, or the one keeping things steady. Or perhaps your instincts lean toward partnership, connection, and equal collaboration. In this thought-provoking episode of SHIFT Talking, Davina Hehn introduces her "Born to Be Parent vs. Born to Be Partner" theory—an anecdotal framework that helps explain the natural inclinations we bring into our relationships.

Here’s what we’re unpacking in this episode:

• The Parent vs. Partner Theory: What it is, how it works, and why it matters in understanding relationship dynamics.
• Signs You Might Be a "Parent" or a "Partner": Key traits and behaviors that align with these roles.
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