Freedom

Is emotional independence a form of freedom?

For

It protects people from being controlled by others.

Against

Humans are social and need emotional support.

Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.

For

  • It is freedom for you because you no longer allow others to be in control.
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  • This is where we learn to take care of our feelings without needing other people to change.
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Against

  • The inability to receive support from others is a trauma response.
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  • No hurt gets in. But no love gets in either.
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