Why People-Pleasing Feels Safer Than Authenticity and How to Stop Fawning
By: Dr Ashleigh Moreland Published on: 06/12/2024For those who’ve adopted the fawn response, it can feel like being “NICE” and making sure people are happy is the only way to stay safe, avoid conflict, and remain connected to others. In this blog post, we’ll explore why the fawn response happens, how it impacts us in daily life, and most importantly what you can do to begin stepping out of people-pleasing patterns.
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Feeling Stuck? Understanding the Freeze Response and How to Feel Alive Again
By: Dr Ashleigh Moreland Published on: 29/11/2024The freeze response is not something to “fix”; it’s part of our natural human experience, a response that has helped us survive moments of great challenge. Healing simply requires us to find ways to feel safe, supported, and connected enough to re-engage with life.
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