Based on your answers, you most likely fall under the FAWN response.
When you’re in “fawn” mode, your nervous system seeks safety through connection and appeasement. You might over-accommodate others, avoid conflict, or lose yourself trying to keep the peace. Deep down, your body believes harmony = safety.
Common symptoms you may experience:
Physical:
• Tension in the chest or stomach
• Fatigue from overextending yourself
Mental:
• Difficulty knowing what you want
• Overanalyzing others’ moods or reactions
Emotional:
• Anxiety around disapproval or rejection
• Guilt when prioritizing your own needs
Behavioral:
• People-pleasing or over-apologizing
• Avoiding conflict or disagreement
• Neglecting personal boundaries
• Feeling resentful or burnt out
There’s nothing wrong with this response.
Fawning is an intelligent strategy for staying connected when safety felt uncertain.
It’s your body’s way of saying, “Connection keeps me safe.”
When understood, this same energy can become a source of empathy, care, and compassion.
What it truly needs is your awareness.
The space to set boundaries, honor your truth, and connect authentically—without abandoning yourself.
