Running on Empty

*Running on Empty* is the first self-help book to address Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN)—an invisible yet profound force from childhood characterized by what *didn't* happen, what wasn't said, and what cannot be remembered. Psychologist Jonice Webb reveals how this subtle absence of emotional validation can lead to persistent adult struggles: feeling disconnected, lonely, unfulfilled, or as if "something is missing," even in outwardly successful lives. Drawing on over two decades of clinical practice, Webb provides clear strategies to identify the lasting effects of CEN and offers practical steps for healing. Includes a dedicated chapter for mental health professionals.

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