EPISODE · Jun 19, 2025 · 6 MIN
When Growth Creates Distance | Sanity Check
from You Keep Me Sane · host Aileen Harvey and Julie Fahy
Episode OverviewEver opened up to someone only to be met with silence or worse, a thumbs up emoji? In this Sanity Check, we dive into the disappointment of emotional disconnection, especially when it comes from people we’re close to. We unpack the hard truth: not everyone has the emotional capacity to meet you where you're at - and it’s not about you.This conversation is a compassionate reminder that your vulnerability is not too much, and choosing to protect your peace doesn’t make you cold. It makes you strong.Key Discussion PointsAileen’s story of opening up and getting… nothing backWhy some people simply don’t have the emotional tools to meet youHow growth can make you feel isolated from those who aren’t evolvingLetting go of expectations without letting go of loveReframing disappointment by focusing on boundaries and self-honourWhy protecting your peace is an act of self-respect, not rejectionListener TakeawaysIt's not always personal. People meet you as deeply as they’ve met themselvesYou can't force connection, but you can choose your responseLetting go of the fantasy that others will change creates emotional freedomJoin the ConversationWho in your life struggles to meet you emotionally? How do you handle that disappointment? DM us or leave a voice message—we’re always here to listen.Links:Download Enough - Our Self Worth Reset.Follow YKMS Podcast on IG @youkeepmesane.pod Follow YKMS on FB https://www.facebook.com/YouKeepMeSanePodEmail us at [email protected] to our Newsletter: https://www.youkeepmesane.com/subscribe/Hosts: Aileen Harvey & Julie FahySee https://www.buzzsprout.com/privacy for privacy informationDisclaimer: Remember, we’re two friends sharing our personal experiences and discussing everyday challenges. We’re not qualified coaches or therapists, and our content is for general information and supportive conversation only. If you need professional help, please seek advice from a licensed therapist.
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Episode Overview Ever opened up to someone only to be met with silence or worse, a thumbs up emoji? In this Sanity Check, we dive into the disappointment of emotional disconnection, especially when it comes from people we’re close to. We unpack the hard truth: not everyone has the emotional capacity to meet you where you're at - and it’s not about you. This conversation is a compassionate reminder that your vulnerability is not too much, and choosing to protect your peace doesn’t make you col...
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