Narcissism Glossary
The feeling that emotions have stopped (emotional numbness)
🧊 A psychological defense after severe emotional shock or stress: joy, sadness, and anger stop registering, and numbness takes their place.
No single cause can be assumed, and the range runs from brief episodes to states needing medical care.
No single cause can be assumed, and the range runs from brief episodes to states needing medical care.
Often seen in situations like these
😐 Sad scenes bring no tears; good news brings no feeling.
🤖 The days pass as if run by a machine.
🤖 The days pass as if run by a machine.
When this happens, try this
💡 No need to force the feelings out. Check your sleep, meals, and body first — and if it persists or daily life falters, ask a professional for help.