Co-dependency can be understood as interpersonal trauma-coping mechanisms rooted in the need to feel safe in relationships. By viewing these behaviors through the lens of trauma responses—fight, flight, freeze, and fawn—we can foster growth and understanding without judgment or shame...
When we embark on the journey of dating and seeking life partners, we're often under the impression that our choices are the result of rational decision-making, driven by personal preferences, interests, and desires. But beneath the surface, our nervous system is quietly at work...
