Emily, we all have needs in our lives. Everyone's needs are different. But, if we don't get our needs met in some way, we will have problems.

It sounds like you have a need to be touched, for example. How else could you get that need met? Could you get a massage? Have a good friend hug you once in a while? Ask your husband to hug you when you need it?

And YEA! for you for setting boundaries and not letting people treat you disrespectfully. That is a huge accomplishment!
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Casey Dawes
Wise Woman Shining
Supporting women business owners to step into their power as business leaders.