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Dr. Nima

Why Women Leaders Shrink Themselves— And How to Stop

Most high-achieving women I work with don’t struggle with confidence —at least, not in the way people assume. They know their value.They’ve built successful businesses,led teams, and made an impact in their industry. They’ve fought to be where they are. But sometimes...

Why women leaders struggle with boundaries

High-achieving women in leadershipare some of the most capable, competent, and resourceful people I know. They build businesses.They lead teams.They support their families.They handle high-pressure decisions every single day.They try to “do it all.” But when it comes...

What Is Projection And How It Shows Up In Relationships

If there was one thing I wished more people  struggling with conflict in relationships understood,   it’s this:   IT’S NEVER ABOUT WHAT IT’S ABOUT. The disagreement?  It’s only the tip of the iceberg. What’s really happening is something much deeper— a projection,...

Enmeshment vs. Intimacy: Why Closeness Can Hurt Your Relationship

Enmeshment is one of the most misunderstood relationship dynamics. At first glance, it looks like deep closeness, devotion, or even unconditional love. But beneath the surface, it suffocates intimacy, fuels resentment, and keeps both partners emotionally trapped. And...

Motherhood, Marriage & Intimacy: How to stop pushing love away

As a guide who’s helped hundreds of couples heal the anxious-avoidant dance,there’s a painful pattern I see come up again and again. It shows up when a mom,exhausted and stretched thin,says “no” to intimacy because she’s just too tired. It’s understandable.Between...