🧠 What Is Emotional Anesthesia? Emotional anaesthesia isn’t a medical term — it’s a psychological reality. It’s that deep, hollow numbness you feel when life gets too heavy, and instead of breaking down... You just shut down . Joy doesn’t excite you Grief doesn’t move you You laugh, but it doesn’t reach your soul We often associate pain with loud emotions. But sometimes, the scariest pain is silence — when you feel nothing at all . 🌪️ Why Does Emotional Anesthesia Happen? This state is often your brain’s coping mechanism . When you’re constantly battling stress, trauma, or grief, your body enters emotional survival mode . It numbs you to protect you. 💥 Common Triggers: Long-term burnout Suppressed heartbreak Childhood trauma Repeated rejection Silent grief Anxiety or depression 🧩 Signs You Might Be Emotionally Numb Numbness isn’t always obvious — it whispers. Here’s how it may look: You feel disconnected from your own life Deep conversati...
Honest reflections on emotions, regrets, healing, and the quiet growth in between. This is where I share what’s real — the raw thoughts behind the smile.