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Mar 2024
1h 6m

Repairing Self-Abandonment: Anxious Atta...

RICK HANSON, PH.D., FORREST HANSON
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On today’s episode Dr. Rick and Forrest explore self-abandonment, which occurs when we go against our authentic wants, emotions, and boundaries in order to serve others, meet external expectations, or protect ourselves emotionally. They cover where self-abandonment comes from, the psychological function it serves, and the relationship between self-abandonmen ... Show More
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