When conflict shows up, most of us fall into one of two patterns: we’re either a pursuer, wanting to talk it through until it’s resolved, or a withdrawer, wanting to pull away, process alone, and move on. Both styles are natural, and both have strengths—but what happens when emotions get stuck inside, unresolved?

In this episode, I introduce you to a powerful tool I call the Gentle Release Method—a guided visualization that allows you to let go of heavy emotions without needing to relive the pain or talk it out with anyone else. This practice is especially helpful for withdrawers who prefer to resolve conflict internally, but it can be healing for anyone who feels weighed down by lingering emotional pain.

You’ll learn:

• The difference between pursuers and withdrawers in conflict resolution

• Why emotions don’t just “go away” when we push them aside

• How unprocessed feelings can resurface and impact your health and relationships

• A step-by-step Gentle Release guided meditation to help you release stored pain and invite in peace

This isn’t an episode to multitask through—you’ll want to pause, find a quiet spot, and follow along with the guided visualization. By the end, expect to feel lighter, calmer, and more free.

✨ Bonus: Not sure if you’re a pursuer or a withdrawer? I’ve created a simple quiz to help you discover your conflict style. Just visit shireebest.com, fill out the contact form with the word quiz in the subject line, and I’ll send it right to your inbox!

🔗 Helpful Links:

• Take the Pursuer vs. Withdrawer Quiz → shireebest.com

• Listen to: When Things Get Heated (conflict styles)

• Listen to: Just Breathe (Serenity breathing, a calming technique)

If you’ve been carrying heavy emotions and are ready to let them go in a gentle, healing way, this episode will be a gift for you. 💛

Credit for the beautiful meditation music goes to Narek Mirzaei, Founder of musicofwisdom.com