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All Take, No Give: The Science of Humans Who Live in Transaction Mode

By Linda C J Turner, Therapist & Advocate — Linda C J Turner Trauma Therapist | Neuroscience & Emotional Intelligence Practitioner | Advocate for Women’s Empowerment ©Linda C J Turner

You know them.The ones who: 🧠 The Neuroscience of Selfishness Your brain loves reciprocity. It’s hardwired for cooperation and social bonding. When we give, oxytocin floods our system, creating that warm, fuzzy, “I’m part of a tribe” feeling. But some people’s brains? Not so much.For them, dopamine is only triggered by gains, not connection. Emotional generosity, practical help, even basic… Read More All Take, No Give: The Science of Humans Who Live in Transaction Mode

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The Kindness Trap: When “Helpful” Becomes “Used-Up”

By Linda C J Turner, Therapist & Advocate — Linda C J Turner Trauma Therapist | Neuroscience & Emotional Intelligence Practitioner | Advocate for Women’s Empowerment ©Linda C J Turner

It starts innocently enough.You help. You lend. You sew. You bake. You listen. You fix. Before long, you’ve become the neighbourhood “Oh, she can do it!” “She’s got a sewing machine!”“She’s so kind — she’ll help you.”“Ask her, she’s the best!” And yes — you are the best.Until the day comes when you need help, and suddenly… tumbleweeds.The… Read More The Kindness Trap: When “Helpful” Becomes “Used-Up”

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Real Love Doesn’t Confuse You: The Neuroscience of Emotional Clarity

By Linda C J Turner, Therapist & Advocate — Linda C J Turner Trauma Therapist | Neuroscience & Emotional Intelligence Practitioner | Advocate for Women’s Empowerment ©Linda C J Turner © 2025 Linda Carol Turner. Content protected by copyright.
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If someone really wants you, you’ll know.It won’t be a guessing game.It won’t be mixed signals.It won’t be head-spinning mind games or emotional exhaustion.It won’t be on and off, hot then cold, kind when they want something and distant when they don’t.It won’t be detachment when you set boundaries or the silent treatment when they… Read More Real Love Doesn’t Confuse You: The Neuroscience of Emotional Clarity

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