Explore how Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN) can fuel an intense longing to start a family early. This trauma-informed article unpacks the hidden emotional drivers behind family urgency and offers reflection prompts, IFS-based tools, and reparenting practices. Whether you’re planning a family or already have one, this guide helps you understand your inner needs with compassion…
Do you feel overwhelmed, irritated, or even numb when your child whines? If you grew up with childhood emotional neglect (CEN), your nervous system may perceive whining as a threat rather than a call for connection. This article explores why this happens, how to shift from shutdown to attunement, and offers healing exercises, practical responses,…