The invisible archetype: being physically raised but emotionally abandoned | Nicole LePera

Become a Big Think member to unlock expert classes, premium print issues, exclusive events and more: https://bigthink.com/membership/?utm_... Dr. Nicole LaPera argues that small, subtle, repeated moments in childhood are where the real wiring of our personality and nervous system happens. The good news from neuroscience is that the brain doesn't fossilize. The survival strategies that once kept you safe like shutting down during conflict, never asking for help, and saying yes when you meant no, are habits, not identity. They can be unlearned. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Nicole LePera: Dr. Nicole LePera is a Holistic Psychologist and Founder of the virtual healing platform, SelfHealers Circle. She's the author of The New York Times Bestselling book: "How To Do The Work" and "How to Meet Your Self." Dr. LePera also hosts SelfHealers Soundboard, a weekly ad-free podcast.