In this episode of the Dr. Hyman Show, Dr. Mark Hyman sits down with Diego Perez, the writer and poet known as Yung Pueblo, to uncover the hidden emotional dynamics that sabotage connection, love, and intimacy. Spoiler: it’s not about communication—it’s about healing. Diego shares his journey from reactive partner to self-aware human, and how practicing self-love, stillness, and emotional honesty reshaped every relationship in his life. Together, they explore why most arguments are about the past—not the present—and how breaking free from ego, attachment, and childhood wounds can completely transform how we relate to others. In this conversation, we explore: Why emotional maturity is the #1 skill for resolving conflict How letting go of control can lead to more trust, connection, and ease in your relationship How your old emotional patterns might be causing tension you don’t even realize Why owning your emotions can help you avoid blame and grow together Simple mindset shifts that can make love feel more secure, stable, and honest Check out the episode for a practical, compassionate guide to loving better. View Show Notes From This Episode Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman https://drhyman.com/pages/picks?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Sign Up for Dr. Hyman’s Weekly Longevity Journal https://drhyman.com/pages/longevity?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast This episode is brought to you by Sunlighten, Timeline Nutrition, Paleovalley, and LMNT. Visit https://sunlighten.com and save up to $1400 on your purchase with code HYMAN. Support essential mitochondrial health and save 10% on Mitopure. Visit https://timeline.com/drhyman to get 10% off today. Get nutrient-dense, whole foods. Head to https://paleovalley.com/hyman for 15% off your first purchase. Get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order—just head to https://drinklmnt.com/hyman. #YungPueblo #DrMarkHyman #Relationships #EmotionalHealing #SelfAwareness #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #AttachmentStyles #LoveAndFreedom #innerwork