About this episode
The episode discusses the transition from independence to hyper-independence after experiencing toxic relationships and emotional abuse.
After toxic relationships or emotional abuse, many of us learn how to survive by becoming incredibly strong and independent. We stop chasing, stop needing, and promise ourselves we will never lose ourselves in love again. And that strength deserves deep respect. But sometimes the independence we fought so hard for slowly turns into something else: hyper-independence. The belief that we must do everything alone, that relying on someone is dangerous, and that opening our hearts again might cost...
People in this episode
Host: Ann Petersen
Topics covered
- independence
- relationships
- emotional abuse
- self-discovery
- hyper-independence
Keywords
- toxic relationships
- emotional abuse
- independence
- hyper-independence
- self-love
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