My 32-year-old daughter, a young, dynamic woman in her prime years, chatted with me about “dissociative feminism”. I asked what that meant, and she replied, “a buzzword ” used by many in her generation to imply burnout or disconnected.
As a physician and father of a 32-year-old daughter, I’ve witnessed two very different generations struggle with similar challenges, just wrapped in new language.
What my generation once called “burnout” or “existential fatigue” is now being discussed as disassociation or emotional detachment. But are these the same? And more importantly, what do they mean for your health, purpose, and longevity?
Disassociated vs Detachment: What’s the Difference?
In today’s fast-paced, notification-overloaded world, disassociation has become a buzzword.
It’s the feeling of floating through life, disconnected from yourself or your surroundings.
It’s not a vibe—it’s a red flag. Disassociated is often your nervous system’s way of saying: “I’m overwhelmed. I need to check out.
Detachment, on the other hand, is a conscious choice for me. It’s what ancient philosophies—from the Vedas to the Stoics—refer to as a higher awareness. It’s the ability to observe emotions without being consumed by them. In my work at MIMIT Health PRIME, we teach that this detachment isn’t cold—it’s clarity.
Why This Matters for Your Generation
My daughter’s generation is leading the conversation on mental health. They are rewriting the rules of emotional intelligence, therapy, boundaries, and wellness. But as one scrolls past wellness reels and therapy memes, I encourage you to pause and ask:
- Am I disassociating or detaching?
- Am I numbing, or am I healing?
Where Science Meets Soul
At MIMIT Health PRIME, we’ve built a next-gen healthcare model (enlightened healthcare) that blends functional medicine, mental health awareness, metabolic optimization, and longevity. Whether it’s weight loss, aesthetics, hormone therapy, or burnout recovery, we believe wellness isn’t just what you do; it’s how you think.
I’ve lived through tech booms, business pivots, and spiritual awakenings—and I can tell you this: healing starts when awareness meets action.
