Tag Archives: panic

Guest Author Sam Vaknin, PhD:
“I am Terrified that S/he will Abandon Me! I will Do Anything to Avoid It!”

Posted on Tuesday, August 28, 2012 by Alison

Clinging and smothering behaviours are the unsavoury consequences of a deep-set existential, almost mortal fear of abandonment and separation. For the codependent to maintain a long-term, healthy relationship, she must first confront her anxieties head on. This can be done … Continue reading →

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Fear and Panic:
“If I don’t keep on top of everything, I don’t know what will happen.”

Posted on Friday, August 3, 2012 by Alison

Being organized, dependable, and creative in planning for the future are wonderful qualities that allow you to create beauty and order in the home, your finances, and most areas of life. Responsible people generally strive to achieve security, harmony, and … Continue reading →

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Fear: “I hate feeling so much fear. How can I get rid of it?”

Posted on Thursday, August 11, 2011 by Alison

Fear is an emotional response that alerts you to potential danger like a car’s warning light. Without a warning, you could get into a lot of trouble. On the other hand, if that warning light is as loud as one … Continue reading →

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