I cannot be touched without tensing up even by people I love and trust completely
More people experience this than they realize.
Somatic hypervigilance creates involuntary defensive responses that override conscious willingness for contact.
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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.
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