Ep 166: Overfunctioning, Emotional Neglect and the Circle of Care

Written By Helena Bradbury

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In this episode Cath speaks to over-functioning, how this traps many of us, breaking cycles, noticing and including ourselves in care and to stop operating like a hologram in our own lives. This is long term work with small shifts, Cath says please go gently with yourself.

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