Avoidance

The avoidance cycle is a self-reinforcing loop where you avoid something uncomfortable—like a thought, task, or emotion—and get short-term relief, but long-term anxiety or stress increases. Spotting this pattern in your daily life is the first step toward breaking it. What Is the Avoidance Cycle? The avoidance cycle is a pattern where a person avoids […]

When someone you care about consistently withdraws, avoids hard conversations, or shuts down emotionally, it can be confusing and painful. But avoidance is often rooted in fear—not a lack of care. Supporting a loved one through avoidance requires patience, empathy, and gentle boundaries. Understanding What Avoidance Really Is Avoidance is more than just staying away

Avoidance is a coping mechanism that promises short-term relief—but it always comes with long-term consequences. When you consistently avoid uncomfortable situations, thoughts, or emotions, you unknowingly feed your anxiety and reinforce the belief that you can’t handle discomfort. Understanding this loop is the first step toward breaking free. How Avoidance Fuels Anxiety (and What to

When you hit a wall of zero motivation, even small tasks can feel impossible. You might call it burnout, exhaustion, or just feeling stuck—but the result is the same: you don’t want to do anything, and you’re not sure how to get out of it. Here’s how to respond with care and structure when that