Why Saying No Makes You Feel Guilty - Even When You’ve Done Nothing Wrong

Why does saying “no” make you feel selfish or wrong - even when you know you’re allowed to have needs? Here's how trauma wires guilt into your nervous system, and how to start unlearning the guilt with compassion.

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Understanding The Effects Of Parentification On Mental Health In Adulthood

When a child is placed in a caregiving or adult like role at a young age, it can impact the way they show up in relationships as adults - feeling responsible for others emotions, neglecting their own needs, and struggling to trust that it’s safe to receive support. In this blog, we will explore what parentification really is and the impact it has.

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