Just like the “quills” of the invisible porcupine point outwards and keep everything in life (love, money, clients, etc.) at a “safe” distance, they also point inwards and keep you from coming forward into your own life.
At some point, perhaps a long time ago, you learned it wasn’t “safe” to come forward. In your attempt to escape your abuse, or tell someone about your abuse, you may have disconnected or dissociated. Either way… you went away from yourself to try to keep yourself safe.
The most painful thing about all of this? You’re living your own life at a “safe” distance from yoursel
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