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What We Borrow From Films: Longing and Meaning When Life Leaves Little Room (+Free Resource)
Why do certain films ache long after the credits roll? This essay explores longing, limerence, attachment, and the psychology of why films feel so alive during depleted seasons of life. A gentle, grounded look at how stories offer symbolic nourishment — and how to use them for insight rather than escape. Includes a free printable…
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Preventing Attachment Issues: Supporting Children of Fearful-Avoidant Parents (+free PDF)
Watching another parent unknowingly create a fearful-avoidant attachment pattern can be painful. This guide helps you process your own emotions, understand why they parent this way, and introduce new perspectives without triggering defensiveness. Backed by research and compassionate strategies.
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The Electra Complex & the CEN Mother: When a Daughter’s Love Feels Like Rejection
Why does your daughter’s attachment to her father trigger feelings of rejection or inadequacy? For mothers who experienced childhood emotional neglect (CEN), Electra complex behaviors can stir deep-seated wounds. This guide explores the psychological roots of these emotions, attachment theories, and practical ways to foster a secure mother-daughter bond.