My crippling fear of conflict is causing me to withdraw from life
Dear Annalisa, I have been afflicted by shame and guilt, leading to anxiety and very low self-esteem, all my life. Whenever I find myself in conflict initiated…
I can’t face getting on my bike after a serious accident – but I’d love to ride again
Dear Annalisa, Two and a half years ago, I had a serious accident on my bike. I shattered some bones (the surgeon gave me 10 out of 10 for…
My former friends are ignoring me when I try to reconnect. Why does it hurt so much?
Dear Annalisa, Recently, I have become very upset about past colleagues who were once friends or housemates, ghosting or ignoring me on social media. I worked abroad with…
Our place is a mess, but my partner and I still can’t agree who does which chores
Dear Annalisa, My partner H and I have been together for almost five years, and have lived together for about a year. We have a strong and healthy relationship,…
Annalisa Barbieri 