Keep in mind that others have walked this journey before you, paving the way to a new, steady sense of self without the constant disappointment, heartache, and betrayal that comes from unhealthy maternal contact. As your body feels safe, overall emotional reactivity diminishes. You’ll recover faster after a nightmare or an argument with someone you love. Gradually, dissociation loses its hold on you. Your suffering diminishes. And with the help of a trusted guide, you will build relational resilience. The heartache that has been your constant companion takes a break. In this new brain space,
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