“Unlocking the Past: 10 Surprising Childhood Experiences That Shape Your Ability to Stand Up for Yourself”
3) Lack of emotional validation
Emotional validation is crucial for a child’s development. It’s essentially the act of acknowledging and accepting a child’s feelings. This process helps them understand and manage their emotions as they grow.
A study published in Psychological Science found that children who don’t receive adequate emotional validation often suppress their feelings. This suppression carries on into adulthood, often manifesting as difficulty in asserting oneself.
When a person is uncomfortable expressing their emotions, it can be a real challenge to stand up for their needs and wants. They may struggle with assertiveness, fearing the potential emotional confrontation that it could bring.
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