Ep 10 - The Silent Treatment vs Healthy Silence

Episode 10 explores the difference between the silent treatment and healthy silence. While both may appear similar on the surface, the psychology behind them is very different. Dr. Shiloh explains how silence can sometimes be used as a form of emotional control and how to recognize when space in a relationship is actually healthy regulation. Listeners will learn how silence affects the nervous system, why the silent treatment can create anxiety and self-blame, and how to identify whether distance in a relationship is protective or manipulative. Key Topics • Silent treatment vs emotional regulation • Attachment anxiety and emotional withdrawal • Communication and boundaries • Nervous system responses to relational silence • Recognizing unhealthy patterns Resources Becoming Unbothered Program The Unbothered Button Follow Dr. Shiloh on Instagram: @dr_shiloh_speaks or @thebecomingunbotheredpodcast Website: www.drshilohspeaks.com