Emotional Outsourcing: When We Rely on Others to Regulate Us
Emotional regulation is something we are meant to develop internally. But in a world of constant connection and immediate feedback, it has become easier than ever to rely on external sources to manage our emotional states. This piece examines the rise of emotional outsourcing and its implications for development.
Are We Raising Emotionally Avoidant Adults and Calling It Self-Care?
Is our current definition of 'protecting our peace' actually stunted growth in disguise? Real self-care was never meant to eliminate challenges, it was meant to restore our capacity to face them. It’s time to stop mistaking avoidance for strength and start building the stamina to stay present in the discomfort.