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This self-inquiry opens the floodgates of vulnerability, triggering a realization that emotions long buried have become habitual, almost comforting in their familiarity, even if they are negative. The acknowledgment of shedding tears during this reflection underscores the connection between vulnerability and healing.
Understanding Emotional Homes
The discussion delves into the concept of "emotional homes," a metaphor for habitual emotional responses shaped by past experiences. Just as people may return to familiar places despite flooding or disasters, individuals often retreat to their emotional homes—comfort zones built on past trauma and hardship, even when the feelings associated with them are anything but pleasant.