I cannot be touched when I am upset even by people I love and I do not understand why affection feels like an attack.
More people experience this than they realize.
A dysregulated nervous system can perceive even gentle contact as overwhelming sensory input requiring defense.
“Where Are You with Polyvagal theory in practice?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.