Writer, researcher, and cultural commentator

Mercedes Coffman

Mercedes Coffman writes about dating, relationships, and emotional health, combining research with cultural analysis.

Known For

Cultural commentary on dating and relationshipsWriting on emotional availability and self-sabotage

Canon

Adverse Childhood Experiences Wire Nervous System Dysregulation Into Adulthood

Self-Sabotage Is a Protective Mechanism Rooted in Survival Learning

Stability Feels Dangerous When Unfamiliar — Nervous System Dysregulation

Episodes

#Why You’re Obsessed, Anxious, & Still Single - Mercedes CoffmanMay 2, 2026