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Reflections from Mark Colclough, MA, psychotherapist and EFT couples therapist specialising in expats and international couples, to help you understand yourself and your relationships.
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What is the drama triangle, and why am I in it?
I wanted to help, but I end up resenting the people I helped.
Why is my partner emotionally unavailable?
My partner is kind to me, but I cannot get near them.
Why can’t I talk about how I feel?
I want to be known, but the words stop before they arrive.
Why can’t I make myself open the document?
I still care about the research, but I cannot start it.
Why am I struggling when I chose to study here?
I worked for years to get here, but I cannot enjoy a day of it.
I moved here for my partner. Who am I now?
I chose to come with my partner, but not to depend on them.
Why don’t I know who I am any more?
I can describe my life, but I can't find myself in it.
Why does my life feel pointless?
I am getting on with everything, but none of it means anything.