When Growth Creates Distance | Sanity Check

Episode Overview

Ever opened up to someone only to be met with silence or worse, a thumbs up emoji? In this Sanity Check, we dive into the disappointment of emotional disconnection, especially when it comes from people we’re close to. We unpack the hard truth: not everyone has the emotional capacity to meet you where you're at - and it’s not about you.

This conversation is a compassionate reminder that your vulnerability is not too much, and choosing to protect your peace doesn’t make you cold. It makes you strong.

Key Discussion Points

• Aileen’s story of opening up and getting… nothing back
• Why some people simply don’t have the emotional tools to meet you
• How growth can make you feel isolated from those who aren’t evolving
• Letting go of expectations without letting go of love
• Reframing disappointment by focusing on boundaries and self-honour
• Why protecting your peace is an act of self-respect, not rejection

Listener Takeaways

• It's not always personal. People meet you as deeply as they’ve met themselves
• You can't force connection, but you can choose your response
• Letting go of the fantasy that others will change creates emotional freedom

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Remember, we’re two friends sharing our personal experiences and discussing everyday challenges. We’re not qualified coaches or therapists, and our content is for general information and supportive conversation only. If you need professional help, please seek advice from a licensed therapist.