Survival Thinking vs. Transformational Thinking: Which Brain Is Driving Your Marriage? with Tamara Rosier, Ph.D. — 2025

with Tamara Rosier, Ph.D.

$13.00

When conflict hits, are you protecting yourself — or building your relationship? This session explores the difference between survival thinking and transformational thinking in ADHD-impacted partnerships. Survival mode argues from fear, defensiveness, and blame. Transformational mode seeks growth, collaboration, and repair. We’ll unpack the brain-based patterns behind each response — including emotional flooding, rejection sensitivity, and threat perception — and teach practical tools for shifting out of reactivity. Couples will learn to recognize the moment their brain flips into protection mode and how to switch back into connection. Less “who’s right, ”more “what helps us grow.

ABOUT Tamara Rosier, Ph.D.

Tamara Rosier is the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, where she leads a team dedicated to supporting individuals and families in understanding and managing their unique challenges. She is the author of two books, Your Brain’s Not Broken and You, Me, and Our ADHD Family, which provide practical strategies for navigating the emotional complexities of neurodivergence and personal growth.