Why Closeness Feels Threatening: Hyper-Independence in Relationships

Written By Yi Zhao Martins

Why does closeness sometimes feel like too much?

In this episode of The Happiness Games Podcast, I explore hyper-independence and the somatic over-correction that leads to emotional withdrawal and distance in relationships.

Through a trauma-informed and somatic lens, I offer tools to help you regulate space, stay connected, and rebuild a sense of safety in closeness.

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Learn why closeness feels overwhelming, how hyper-independence develops after relationship stress, and how to stay connected without losing yourself.

Yi Zhao Martins https://www.yizhaomartins.com
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