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.
