"I’m fine” isn’t always a lie. But it’s rarely the whole truth. When clients say it, I don’t push. I slow down. I get curious. Because underneath “I’m fine,” there’s often:– exhaustion– fear of taking up space– a history of having your emotions ignored “I’m fine” could mean different things, so these are the questions I might ask, coming from a place of openness and curiosity: “What does ‘fine’ mean for you right now?” Because sometimes “fine” is code for “I don’t feel safe enough to go there yet.” And that’s okay. “If you weren’t trying to be okay right now, what might you say?” This one gives permission to stop. To stop holding it together if holding it together is actually making things worse. “What part of you needed to say ‘I’m fine’?” Because it’s not always avoidance.Sometimes it’s protection. And that part deserves to be heard, too. You don’t have to rip yourself open to be supported. Sometimes just naming that you don’t feel ready to go deeper yet—that’s the work. What does “I’m fine” usually mean for you? ✨ Healing starts with a conversation. Drop a ❤️ if you found this helpful, and make sure to follow my page for more insights on mental health and healing. Facebook is not a therapy room—but I hope it can be a soft place to land. Please reach out to a trusted professional if you need support. We offer such services too #TraumaHealing #EMDRTherapy #NervousSystemRegulation