Defensiveness is one of the most common, and most damaging, patterns after betrayal. Judith reveals how the impulse to explain, justify, or argue often comes from fear and old trauma, not arrogance. She helps listeners understand where that instinct originates, why it sabotages repair, and how to replace defense with presence. This episode teaches how to pause, listen, and validate without losing your voice, transforming fear into accountability and conflict into connection. If you’re ready to start your own healing journey, you can learn more about working with Judith Nisenson at WomensWRK by visiting WomensWrk.com.

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