Episode 93 - Overwhelmed Inside, Guarded Outside: The Intimacy Disconnect
Thu Jan 22 2026
Have you ever felt overwhelmed on the inside, yet calm and fine on the outside?
In this episode of Building Better Relationships at Home and Work, we explore the intimacy disconnect that happens when emotional overload leads us to shut down or guard ourselves. While it may look like distance, this response is often a form of self-protection.
Together, we discuss how overwhelm impacts connection at home and at work, what’s really happening beneath the surface, and how to stay gently connected without pushing past your limits.
Podcast Summary:
Welcome & Introduction
Overwhelmed Inside, Guarded Outside
Emotional Flooding & Shutdown Responses
How Overwhelm Affects Relationships at Home & Work
Why We Withdraw When We’re Overwhelmed
Gentle Solutions for Staying Connected
Listener Reflection
Affirmation & Closing Thoughts
✨ Affirmation for this episode:Even when I feel overwhelmed inside, I am learning how to stay gently connected on the outside.
🎙️ Thanks for listening or watching this video. Please like, comment, share, and subscribe. :)
Discover the Building Better Relationship Journal & Meditation to Empower you for Beautiful Relationships - https://bit.ly/BBRJournal. Video made in @Lumen5
Angela’s Links:
Angela's new eBook, The Empath's Guide: How to Stop Taking on Other People's
Energy https://bit.ly/empathebook1
Join Angela’s online Movement Class 7 pm Mondays, Sydney time https://classbento.com.au/dance-healing-feel-more-relaxed-and-at-home-in-your-body
Join Angela on Facebook: Energy and Dance Healing for Intuitives www.facebook.com/groups/energydancehealing/
Discover Dance Healing In-person in Sydney or Onlinehttps://dancewithangelahealing.as.me/dancehealing
Patti’s Links:
To schedule a life and work-life balance coaching or Reiki session, go to https://www.vagaro.com/cfidfqf/services
If you would like to learn more about working with Patti for coaching services, go to my website: www.CoachingforInspirationwithPatti.com/coaching
Exploring Life and Work with Patti - From Chaos to Calm Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/70FztukC0x4anAWdhrGyc0?si=VDVqhUz0Qq-_kK8clj0vRw
For all of Patti's social media, products, and services, visit linktr.ee/coachingforinsp
BBR Intro and Outro video made in @headlinerapp.
The welcome and thank you graphic videos were made in @Canva.
Disclaimer:This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. If you are experiencing ongoing distress, trauma, or mental health concerns, please seek support from a qualified healthcare or mental health professional.
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Have you ever felt overwhelmed on the inside, yet calm and fine on the outside? In this episode of Building Better Relationships at Home and Work, we explore the intimacy disconnect that happens when emotional overload leads us to shut down or guard ourselves. While it may look like distance, this response is often a form of self-protection. Together, we discuss how overwhelm impacts connection at home and at work, what’s really happening beneath the surface, and how to stay gently connected without pushing past your limits. Podcast Summary: Welcome & Introduction Overwhelmed Inside, Guarded Outside Emotional Flooding & Shutdown Responses How Overwhelm Affects Relationships at Home & Work Why We Withdraw When We’re Overwhelmed Gentle Solutions for Staying Connected Listener Reflection Affirmation & Closing Thoughts ✨ Affirmation for this episode:Even when I feel overwhelmed inside, I am learning how to stay gently connected on the outside. 🎙️ Thanks for listening or watching this video. Please like, comment, share, and subscribe. :) Discover the Building Better Relationship Journal & Meditation to Empower you for Beautiful Relationships - https://bit.ly/BBRJournal. Video made in @Lumen5 Angela’s Links: Angela's new eBook, The Empath's Guide: How to Stop Taking on Other People's Energy https://bit.ly/empathebook1 Join Angela’s online Movement Class 7 pm Mondays, Sydney time https://classbento.com.au/dance-healing-feel-more-relaxed-and-at-home-in-your-body Join Angela on Facebook: Energy and Dance Healing for Intuitives www.facebook.com/groups/energydancehealing/ Discover Dance Healing In-person in Sydney or Onlinehttps://dancewithangelahealing.as.me/dancehealing Patti’s Links: To schedule a life and work-life balance coaching or Reiki session, go to https://www.vagaro.com/cfidfqf/services If you would like to learn more about working with Patti for coaching services, go to my website: www.CoachingforInspirationwithPatti.com/coaching Exploring Life and Work with Patti - From Chaos to Calm Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/70FztukC0x4anAWdhrGyc0?si=VDVqhUz0Qq-_kK8clj0vRw For all of Patti's social media, products, and services, visit linktr.ee/coachingforinsp BBR Intro and Outro video made in @headlinerapp. The welcome and thank you graphic videos were made in @Canva. Disclaimer:This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. If you are experiencing ongoing distress, trauma, or mental health concerns, please seek support from a qualified healthcare or mental health professional. #BuildingBetterRelationshipsatHomeandWork#EmotionalOverwhelm#HealthyCommunication#WorkplaceWellbeing#RelationshipSkills#EmotionalSafety#LeadershipAndRelationships #RelationshipPodcast