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Understanding the Mistrust/Abuse Schema
Wednesday, 26 February 2025
The ability to trust shapes how we connect, love, and feel safe in the world. But for some, trust doesn’t come easily. Instead, there’s a deep fear that others will let them down, take advantage, or cause harm. Even when kindness is shown, doubts creep in: What’s their real motive? When will they hurt me?
- Published in Mental Health, Mistrust Abuse Schema, Psychology, Schema Therapy, Trauma
The Abandonment Schema: Why Fear of Loss Shapes Relationships
Tuesday, 18 February 2025
The fear of abandonment can deeply affect how we interact with others and shape our relationships. For many, it often develops early in life and is shaped by experiences of inconsistency, emotional distance, or unexpected loss. These experiences leave a lasting imprint on how we perceive security and connection. As we grow, these early wounds
- Published in Abandonment Schema, Helpful Tips, Psychology, Schema Therapy