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  What the heck is detachment?  Ten ways to detach from an Enmeshed Relationship Enmeshment is a term that describes a type of relationship where the boundaries between individuals are blurred, and the needs and wants of one person are prioritized above the needs and want of the other person. Enmeshment can manifest in various ways, from emotional dependence and fusion to physical and psychological control. Enmeshed relationships can include family, romantic, and platonic relationships. These relationships are characterized by a lack of individuality and autonomy and can lead to feelings of suffocation, resentment, and emotional exhaustion.  Enmeshment can also play a significant role in betrayal trauma, as individuals in enmeshed relationships often have difficulty distinguishing between their own emotions and needs and those of the other person making it harder for someone to recognize and address a betrayal, as they may not fully understand or acknowledge their feeling...

Top 10 Benefits of Therapeutic Disclosure after Betrayal Improved communication: Therapeutic disclosure can help to improve communication between the betrayed and the betrayer, as it encourages open and honest dialogue about the situation. This can help to prevent further misunderstandings or hurt feelings. Increased understanding: By engaging in the therapeutic disclosure process, both parties involved in the betrayal can gain a better understanding of each other’s perspectives and feelings. This can lead to greater empathy and compassion. Reconciliation: The process of therapeutic disclosure can provide an opportunity for the betrayed and the betrayer to reconcile and rebuild the relationship. This can help to restore trust and strengthen the bond between them. Closure: Through therapeutic disclosure, the betrayed individual can gain closure and put the betrayal behind them. This can be a powerful tool for healing and resilience. Improved self-awareness: The process of therapeutic di...

How Brainspotting Can Help You Heal During and After Betrayal When someone you trust betrays you, it can feel like your entire world has been turned upside down. I know this because I’ve been there. After my own experience with betrayal, I found myself stuck in a cycle of anxiety, depression, and overwhelming thoughts that I couldn’t escape. It felt impossible to trust again—myself, others, even the world around me. This emotional rollercoaster is known as betrayal trauma, and it’s not just “in your head.” It’s a deep wound that can take months, even years, to heal. But here’s the good news: healing is possible. One of the tools that helped me reclaim my peace was brainspotting, an incredible technique designed to help people process and overcome trauma. What Does Betrayal Do to Your Brain? Trust isn’t built overnight. It takes time, shared experiences, and vulnerability. When we finally let our guard down, we believe we’re safe. But when someone betrays us, that safety shatters—and i...