The intrinsic rhythm of your heart is below 100. Couples need to learn how to soothe themselves and each other when dealing with conflict. When your heart rate exceeds the intrinsic rhythm and adrenaline is secreted, your perception changes to what is called “tunnel vision.” You begin perceiving stimuli as dangerous and focus only on becoming safe, either by fleeing or aggressing, and have little access to social processes like a sense of humor, creativity, or empathy. Gottman, John M. (2011-05-09). The Science of Trust: Emotional Attunement for Couples (p. 130). W. W. Norton & Company. Kindle Edition.
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