As humans, we have evolved through cooperation and working together to ensure our survival. But in our modern age, independence is highly valued. While it's part of being an adult to take charge of our own life and steer the ship, hyper-independence occurs when someone takes this to an extreme and denies themselves any support from the people around them. Although it's not an official diagnosis, hyper-independence can be short-lived, or it can be an unconscious life strategy.
Curious? Click on to learn more about hyper-independence and tips for how to overcome it.