The Hidden Trauma Behind Hyper-Independence

On ‘Mental Breakthroughs,’ host Patricia Wu and guest therapist Kelsey Wood discuss hyper-independence, which comes from past hurts and makes trusting and connecting with others hard.

Unraveling Hyper-Independence

Kelsey shares that hyper-independence stems from past hurt, making it tough to trust and connect with others, harming relationships.

Identifying Hyper-Independence

Recognizing hyper-independence involves noticing signs like always saying no to help and struggling to trust others, affecting work, parenting, and relationships.

Overcoming Hyper-Independence

To overcome hyper-independence, self-awareness and therapy are crucial. Couples therapy can help partners understand and heal together, leading to healthier relationships.


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