3d • General discussion
Shadowing
If your loved one follows you everywhere… you’re not imagining it.
This is called shadowing.
It can feel frustrating—or even suffocating at times.
But underneath it is something important:
They are trying to feel safe.
As memory fades, you become their anchor in a confusing world.
So when you leave the room, it can trigger anxiety.
A small shift that can help:
Instead of saying “I’ll be right back,"
try: “I’m going into the kitchen. You’re safe. I’ll come get you.”
Clear + reassuring.
Have you experienced this?
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Shadowing
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