When I was young, I moved to a new country to reunite with a parent I barely knew, hoping to build a loving connection. But instead of closeness, I found myself constantly trying to earn affection by being good enough, helpful enough, quiet enough. I learned to survive by shutting down my feelings and striving for validation, not realizing how much it shaped my relationships and sense of self. As I got older, I started to see how these patterns were still running my life—especially in how I avoided conflict, disconnected in relationships, and felt emotionally alone. That’s when I started my healing journey. I explored inner child work, shadow work, and mindset shifts. I began reframing my story, not just intellectually but emotionally, slowly releasing the pressure to prove myself. One of the most transformative shifts came when I recognized the root of my emotional shutdown and began expressing my truth more openly. I’ve since supported others in similar situations, helping them uncover the origins of their emotional disconnection and begin to feel safe being vulnerable. I love watching people light up when something clicks inside them—when they finally feel seen and start showing up for themselves. Healing this kind of wound is deep, but it’s absolutely possible.