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The Adult Child: When Growing Up Gets Stuck | S4 EP97
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We dive deep into the fascinating concept of Puer Aeternus or "eternal youth" – a psychological pattern where adults remain stuck in adolescent mindsets well into adulthood. This episode unpacks how this manifests in fear of commitment, inability to follow through on projects, and constant daydreaming about potential without taking action.
• Puer Aeternus describes charming, creative people who struggle with adult responsibilities
• Fear of making wrong choices leads to decision paralysis and "perpetual loading"
• The cycle: fantasy → failure to commit → cutting…
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