Avoidance: From Adaptive Disengagement to Maladaptive Withdrawal
Avoidance can be a temporary refuge or a prolonged prison. Understanding its impact on the body is the first step toward transforming it into a tool for healing rather than a barrier to growth.
The Impact of Ultimatums on Relationships and the Body
Ultimatums in relationships often create emotional and somatic distress, functioning as a form of covert control.
The Cycle of Violence and Its Impact on The Body
The Body’s Fight Response to Trauma and Its Impact on Relationships
Unresolved past trauma can impact health and relationships
A Somatic View of Trauma Bonding
What is “trauma bonding” in relationships and how does it affect the body?