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Reporter

Sue Johnson, born on December 9, 1947, is a seasoned journalist. Her career began in the 1970s, and she has gained widespread recognition in the news industry for her insightful reporting and in-depth investigations.

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Famous Sue Johnson Quotes

“When love doesn't work, we hurt. Indeed, “hurt feelings” is a precisely accurate phrase, according to psychologist Naomi Eisenberger of the University of California. Her brain imaging studies show that rejection and exclusion trigger the same circuits in the same part of the brain, the anterior cingulate, as physical pain.”

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Book:Created for Connection: The

Source: Created for Connection: The

“Being the “best you can be” is really only possible when you are deeply connected to another. Splendid isolation is for planets, not people.”

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“Naming an emotion begins the process of regulating it and reflecting on it.”

Process Emotion Reflecting

Book:The Love Secret: The revolutionary new science of romantic relationships

Source: The Love Secret: The revolutionary new science of romantic relationships

“The most functional way to regulate difficult emotions in love relationships is to share them.”

Way Difficult Emotion Share Love Relationship

Author:Sue Johnson

“In insecure relationships, we disguise our vulnerabilities so our partner never really sees us.”

Partners Vulnerability Disguise Insecure

Book:Created for Connection: The

Source: Created for Connection: The

“Love has an immense ability to help heal the devastating wounds that life sometimes deals us. Love also enhances our sense of connection to the larger world. Loving responsiveness is the foundation of a truly compassionate, civilized society.”

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Book:Hold Me Tight: Your Guide to the Most Successful Approach to Building Loving Relationships

Source: Hold Me Tight: Your Guide to the Most Successful Approach to Building Loving Relationships

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Born: December 9, 1947
Known for: Reporter
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