There Is No Health Without Mental Health (6/21)

Emotional intimacy is the heartbeat of true connection….

When someone makes you feel seen, heard, and understood without judgment, it can be very supportive on your healing journey.

Maybe you can relate, but many people with trauma crave deep connections while actually fearing intimacy. This fear often comes from past experiences/trauma where vulnerability led to pain or rejection, making it hard to trust others including yourself.

You might worry that opening up will lead to judgment or dismissal, causing you to hold back and suppress your emotions.