Why You Overfunction in Relationships: The Hidden Cost of Childhood Emotional Neglect If you’re always the one who feels responsible, the one who anticipates everyone’s needs, the one who keeps the peace, or the one who “just handles things,” you’re not alone. Many adults I...
Why You Feel Numb or Disconnected After Years of Surviving Emotional Chaos Numbness doesn’t get talked about as much as anxiety or depression, but it’s one of the most common trauma responses I see in therapy. Clients tell me: “I know I should feel something…...
Why You Freeze or Go Blank During Conflict (Even When You Have So Much to Say) You’re in a conversation, a disagreement, or a moment where you want to speak up — but suddenly your mind goes blank. Your body stops cooperating. Words disappear. Your...
Why You Apologize Too Quickly (Even When You’re Not Wrong) You probably don’t even notice it anymore — the automatic “sorry.” Someone bumps into you, and you apologize. A friend cancels plans, and you say, “I’m sorry for being difficult.” You speak your truth, then...