In this episode of Deciphering Growth, Tiffany and Eric take a deep dive into the four main attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized—and how early childhood trauma rewires the brain's response to connection, trust, and safety.

We unpack the neuroscience behind attachment, including amygdala reactivity, vagal tone, and how co-regulation and emotional attunement impact the development of the nervous system. Learn how attachment patterns show up in adult relationships, friendships, and the workplace—and how neuroplasticity makes healing possible.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety in relationships, exploring trauma recovery, or just curious about how your brain and body respond to connection, this episode offers insight, hope, and practical understanding.

In this powerful episode of Deciphering Growth, Tiffany Graves and Eric Stone sit down with filmmakers Blue and Jason Gerber, directors of the documentary Dawn Dusk. The film follows designer Chelli Look as she navigates grief, forgiveness, and resilience after losing her sister to domestic violence.

Rather than focusing on the violence itself, Dawn Dusk explores the healing journey that follows — showing how creativity, advocacy, and the rhythms of life can transform pain into purpose. The conversation dives into themes of trauma, grief, forgiveness, and the role of art in mental health recovery.

How does trauma shape addiction—and how can recovery programs support true healing?

In this week’s episode of Deciphering Growth, we break down what it really means for recovery spaces to be trauma-informed. We talk about the language that helps (and harms), common missteps in traditional models, and the importance of nervous system regulation in healing.

We’re also exploring alternative programs and what it means to build safer, more supportive recovery environments for everyone.

✨ If you’ve ever wondered why some recovery programs miss the mark—or how we can do better—this is an episode for you.