Forbidden flowers grow in the shadows. Their beauty is amplified precisely because they are off-limits. Whether it is a person, a dream, or a lifestyle, the allure of the forbidden triggers a neurochemical reaction in the brain. We experience what psychologists call reactance theory —the innate human desire to reclaim a freedom that has been threatened or taken away.
You cannot call your mother. She doesn’t know they existed. You cannot call your best friend. They warned you this was a bad idea. You certainly cannot post on social media. Losing A Forbidden Flower
Imagine losing your spouse of twenty years. People bring casseroles. They sit with you. They say, "I’m so sorry for your loss." Forbidden flowers grow in the shadows