Every relationship experiences rupture, whether it is fighting, shutdown, invalidation, defensiveness, or silent treatment. But rupture isn't what breaks the connection. The real damage happens when repair doesn't follow.
 
In this talk, NFS Resident and Certified Life Coach, Alison Cady introduces you to the 6 steps of rupture and repair and why learning how to repair is the missing piece in creating emotionally safe, connected relationships at home.
 
You will learn how your nervous system responds during conflict (fight, flight, freeze, or fawn), why so many of us were never taught how to repair in a healthy way, and how unresolved repair can lead to resentment, emotional distance, and loneliness, even within your closest relationships.
 
Alison’s 6-step repair process, gives you practical, real-life tools to:
Stay grounded instead of reacting in the moment
Take ownership without spiraling into guilt or shame
Communicate in a way that builds emotional safety
Break cycles of repeated arguments and defensiveness
Rebuild trust through consistent behavioral change
This isn’t about being the “perfect” parent, partner, or communicator. It’s about creating safety over perfection, so your relationships can feel more connected, secure, and supportive.

Because conflict is inevitable.

But repair is a skill you can learn, and it’s what truly transforms your relationships.