Hyper Independence vs. Healthy Independence: A 2025 Neuroscience & Attachment Framework
Hyper Independence vs. Healthy Independence: A 2025 Neuroscience & Attachment FrameworkIntroductionIn our hyperconnected yet paradoxically isolated world, the line between healthy self-reliance and destructive hyper-independence has never been more critical to understand. While independence is celebrated as a cornerstone of personal growth and resilience, hyper-independence—characterized by excessive self-reliance and emotional detachment—can be a trauma response that undermines our mental health and relationships.
