When our nervous system is under stress, we often turn to fawning—pleasing, appeasing, and putting others’ needs before our own to keep ourselves safe. But what happens when we start to thaw? When we begin to find the courage to speak our truth and show up as our most authentic selves?
Thawing out of fawning is a powerful, yet challenging process. It’s about breaking free from the automatic response to make everyone else comfortable, and instead, reclaiming our voice and our needs. This journey isn’t always easy, but it’s worth every step.
✨ Here’s how this journey might look:
1. Self-Awareness: The first step is recognizing when you’re fawning. Notice when you’re saying “yes” to avoid conflict or holding back your truth to keep the peace.
2. Self-Compassion: Understand that fawning was once a necessary strategy for survival. Be gentle with yourself as you unlearn this pattern.
3. Courage: Start small by expressing your needs or setting boundaries in safe situations. Each act of bravery helps build your confidence to step further into your authenticity.
4. Support: Connect with others who encourage you to be your true self. Having a supportive community can make all the difference on this journey.
5. Embodiment: Engage in practices that help you connect with your body, like yoga, somatic dance, or mindful breathing. These can help ground you and support your nervous system as you navigate this transition.
6. Patience: Thawing takes time. Be patient with yourself as you move from fawning to living more fully in your truth.
Remember, this journey is about stepping out of survival mode and into a life where you honor your voice, your needs, and your authentic self. You deserve to live a life that reflects who you truly are. 💚
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