How Trauma Blocks Curiosity in Love — And the 4 Roles That Keep Couples Stuck

Curiosity is the foundation of a healthy relationship, yet trauma often shuts it down. In this episode of Happiness Games, couples therapist Yi Zhao (赵一) explores the four survivor roles—projection, victimhood, superiority, and perfectionism—that block curiosity and repeat old relationship scripts. Learn a simple roadmap of awareness, compassion, and practice to reopen curiosity, rebuild emotional safety, and create more connected, resilient love.