CARE Together: A Conversation on Relationships, Conflict & Family Pressure

Why do the same relationship conflicts keep showing up—even when we care deeply about each other? This thoughtful and interactive conversation explores how love, conflict, and connection are often shaped by deeper emotional patterns and family dynamics, and how individuals and couples can begin building healthier, more stable relationships.

Topics include:

• Why couples repeat the same conflicts
• The role of family dynamics in relationship stress
• Understanding triangulation in relationships
• Emotional loyalty vs. partnership
• The “sandwich effect” in marriages
• Why boundaries feel difficult—and how to rethink them
• Building emotional safety in relationships
• Reducing tension without disrespecting family

Who should attend?

• Individuals in relationships

• Married or engaged couples

• People navigating family involvement in their relationship

• Anyone interested in emotional wellbeing and relational health

Event Format:
This event is offered in a hybrid format — in‑person seating is limited.

📍 In Person:
College Hospital Costa Mesa
275 Victoria St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

💻 Virtual Option:
Join live via Zoom

Q&A Opportunity:
Questions for Pinkal Panchal will be collected in advance to help guide the discussion. Please submit your questions related to the topics above:

• By email through Eventbrite after registering, and/or
• Via social media (Facebook and Instagram)

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Host or Publisher NAMI Orange County