#527 Attracted to the Emotionally Unavailable - Gabby#527 Attracted to the Emotionally Unavailable - Gabby
Mental Illness Happy Hour
Gabby shares her journey from childhood abuse to overcoming love addiction and finding emotional intimacy.
1:27:05•19 Feb 2021
Gabby's Journey: From Childhood Abuse to Finding Emotional Intimacy
“Emotional availability is to hold space for another friend who I know is hurting, who is lonely and who needed company, and to trust and to have that person hold their part and not do anything to make me feel unsafe, to not trigger me and to ask for what they need and to respect each other's boundaries.”
Ever wondered how someone can rebuild their trust in love after a traumatic past? In this episode of Mental Illness Happy Hour, host Paul Gilmartin chats with his long-time friend Gabby about her incredible journey. Gabby opens up about emigrating from Afghanistan and the abuse she faced during her childhood. She candidly discusses her struggles with love addiction and the emotional unavailability that plagued her relationships for years.
But it’s not all about the hardships; Gabby also shares the steps she took to heal, find emotional intimacy, and learn to trust men again. The conversation dives into the significance of emotional availability, respecting boundaries, and the transformative power of therapy and support groups. Whether you're dealing with similar issues or just curious about the complexities of human relationships, Gabby's story is both enlightening and hopeful.
Tune in to hear a heartfelt discussion that promises to leave you feeling more informed and optimistic about your own journey.
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