EP109. Defense mechanisms help protect us from anxiety/stressor/uncomfortable feelings. They are typically unconscious (i.e., we don't know why we're doing it in the moment). We all use defense mechanisms to some extent. Some are high-functioning (i.e., humour) and some are low-functioning (i.e., being passive aggressive). In this episode Renee breaks down the most commonly used defense mechanisms and gives examples of when they would be used. You will most definitely start noticing when you or others use defense mechanisms after this episode! This episode is sponsored by Goodnight, World! A new podcast series developed by Sesame Workshop and Headspace to help get your kids ready for sleep. This episode is sponsored by Better Help. Visit www.betterhelp.com/momroom to get 10% off your first month. THE MOM ROOM: The Mom Room Shop Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @the.mom.room www.themomroompodcast.com TikTok: @the.mom.room Facebook Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices