Have you ever felt emotionally numb, like you're just going through the motions but not truly present in your life? Or maybe you've found yourself shutting down in an argument, feeling disconnected from those you love? If so, you're not alone. Emotional detachment is a protective mechanism often triggered by trauma, chronic stress, or emotional neglect. But here’s the good news: you can heal and start reconnecting with your feelings, your body, and the people you care about.

In this video, I’m breaking down why emotional detachment happens, the hidden reasons behind it, and most importantly, how you can gently begin to reconnect with your true self. Whether you’ve experienced trauma, grown up in an environment where expressing emotions wasn’t safe, or are simply struggling to feel present in your life, this video is for you.

I’m Heather Hewett, a naturopath, clinical nutritionist, and trauma-informed coach, and on this channel, we explore emotional resilience, nervous system healing, and real-life tools for neurodivergent and highly sensitive people. If you're ready to stop just surviving and start feeling connected again, hit that like button, subscribe, and let’s dive into your healing journey.

👉 3 Things You Should Do:
☑️ Practice Self-Connection: Engage in activities like breathing, journaling, or movement.
☑️ Use Nervous System Tools: Try EFT or grounding to calm your system.
☑️ Seek Support: Reach out to trusted friends, therapists, or coaches.

👉 3 Things You Should Avoid:
❌ Don’t Judge Yourself: Healing takes time—be kind to yourself.
❌ Avoid Rushing: Be patient with the process.
❌ Don’t Isolate: Stay open to connection and support.

👉 Key Highlights of This Video:

⬇️ What is emotional detachment?
Understand how the nervous system’s freeze response can lead to emotional numbness and disconnection.

⬇️ Why do we shut down emotionally?
Explore the trauma responses (fight, flight, freeze, fawn) that can make emotional detachment feel like a protective mechanism.

⬇️ Signs of emotional detachment:
Learn the signs that show you may be emotionally detached, like avoiding deep conversations or feeling disconnected during intimacy.

⬇️ How to heal emotional detachment:
Discover simple, actionable steps like self-connection rituals, nervous system tools, and body-based practices to safely reconnect with your emotions.

⬇️ Tools for healing:
EFT (tapping), vagus nerve activation, grounding, and essential oils can help you regain emotional trust and safety.

Emotional healing is possible! Remember, emotional detachment isn’t a flaw; it’s a survival strategy your body learned to protect you. And now, with the right tools, you can begin to thrive.

👇 Drop a comment below:
Do any of the signs of emotional detachment resonate with you? What part of this video resonated most? Share your thoughts and experiences. I’d love to hear from you!

💬 Get Support:
If you’re ready to take the next step in your healing journey, consider reaching out for personalized coaching or therapy with a trusted professional. Support is key to rewiring emotional trust and thriving in your emotional health.

🔗 Need support?
☑️ Visit my website: https://heathermhewett.com/
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