Today’s Listener Question: How do I navigate being touched out by a child without ignoring my partner’s needs?

Answer: First we need to define what being touched out means. Being touched out is when you feel irritable because you have been touched by your partner and or child and have lost your sense of autonomy. Simply put, you don’t want any more physical touch. Remember you are not alone. Some even cringe because they are dreading being touched. This can lead you to feel that your body isn’t yours any longer. You should consider having some time for yourself and so you can be present in your own body.

Consider Accelerators and Brakes. Accelerators are enticing you to physical touch. Brakes can cause you to refrain from physical touch. Discuss what are your Accelerators and Brakes. You can then try to decide how to get more accelerators and less brakes.

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