Do you find yourself shutting down, avoiding hard conversations, or running from painful emotions? In this episode of Healing Journeys Today, Dr. Kevin Chapman kicks off his Mastering Emotional Avoidance series with Part 1: “What is Emotional Avoidance?” He unpacks the roots of emotional avoidance—where it comes from, how it develops, and why it keeps us stuck in patterns of fear, anxiety, and disconnection. Dr. Chapman offers practical, compassionate insight to help you recognize avoidance in your own life and begin the journey toward emotional healing and freedom. This episode is your first step to facing life with courage and clarity.