The Metaphor of The Hungry Tiger: How to Stop Numbing Anxiety, Fear, and Other Difficult Emotions
There is a famous metaphor in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) called “The Hungry Tiger.” It’s often used to explore the dynamic that can develop between us and our emotions when we attempt to numb, avoid or appease them for too long. (Hint: things only tend to get worse.)
We’ve adapted our own version of the story here.
Is codependent a dirty word?
Wondering if you’re codependent, but not sure what that really means? It’s true that codependency can carry a negative stigma, but it's not inherently bad. Understand how codependency is a learned survival strategy, common signs you may be in a codependent relationship, and how to heal.