Caroline Strawson
Caroline Strawson
Being An Empath, A Codependent & In A Fawn Trauma Response Explained
Being An Empath, A Codependent & In A Fawn Trauma Response Explained
Being An Empath, A Codependent & In A Fawn Trauma Response Explained
Tuesday 3rd May 2022
Caroline Strawson discusses empaths, codependency, and the fawn trauma response on 'The Narcissistic Abuse & Trauma Recovery Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!Empaths, Codependency, and Fawn Response: Caroline Strawson's Take
The fawn trauma response is a response that was really powerful in my system when I was married to my ex-husband, who was a covert narcissist, because surely then, if I was fawning and appeasing him, then maybe he wouldn't have affairs, maybe he wouldn't behave in the way that he did.
Scrolling through Instagram can sometimes lead to unexpected discoveries. Caroline Strawson stumbled upon a post about empaths that sparked quite the debate in the comments section. In this episode of 'The Narcissistic Abuse & Trauma Recovery Podcast', Caroline sets the record straight about what it means to be an empath, backed by scientific evidence. She kicks off by distinguishing empaths from those who simply have empathy, explaining that empaths possess an intense ability to feel others' emotions as their own.
Drawing on research from The Heartmath Institute, she validates the existence of empaths and dives into the role of mirror neurons in this unique response. But that's not all. Caroline also unpacks the concept of codependency, which she describes as a search for external validation stemming from a lack of self-love. Sharing her own journey, she reveals how her father's academic success led her down the path of codependency.
However, she assures listeners that codependency is not a permanent state and can be overcome with boundary-setting and self-love. The episode takes another turn as Caroline explores the fawn trauma response, a lesser-known reaction to abuse where individuals try to appease their abuser to avoid conflict. She recounts her own experience with this response during her marriage to a covert narcissist, emphasizing that recognizing triggers and establishing healthy boundaries are key steps toward recovery.
If you've ever felt misunderstood or trapped in these patterns, this episode offers both insight and hope. Caroline's blend of personal anecdotes and scientific explanations makes complex topics accessible and relatable. Tune in to understand more about empaths, codependency, and the fawn response, and find out how you can start setting boundaries and embracing self-love.