Self-abandonment is really common in our culture. It can take many different forms, but it’s often related to denying or suppressing your own needs to act in ways that are deemed acceptable by others. Our western culture frequently encourages us to move towards this place of self-denial, suppression, and twisting ourselves to fit external expectations and demands. Part of this has to do with being affable, with not creating conflict, with being perceived as a helpful and productive and easygoing person. In this episode of Triggered, we explore what it means to abandon or betray yourself. I run through some specific examples of self-abandonment and offer suggestions for reclaiming your self-worth and becoming your own ally and advocate. To connect with me directly, please head over to www.josephinehardman.com You can also share your response to this episode - or some of your own triggers - by writing to me@josephinehardman.com Thank you for being here, friend. May you begin to treat yourself with unconditional kindness, love, support, and care. You deserve nothing less.   Music & editing by G. Demers Inner Work 2021 All rights reserved.