Pleasure Plateau
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The Quiet Loss of Sharpness
Sharpness fades quietly.
Edges round without announcement.
Nothing breaks;
sensation simply smooths itself.
This loss is not damage—it is the nervous system protecting against constant impact.
Let the rounding be noticed
without regret.
Sensitivity can return when pressure eases.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my emotional response feel less "sharp" or vivid than it used to?
This is the "Quiet Loss of Sharpness." When the Reward & Pursuit and Threat systems are hit with constant high-intensity triggers, the nervous system "softens" the edges of these signals to prevent burnout. This blunting happens gently over time. It isn't that you have lost your capacity for joy or grief; rather, your system is prioritizing stability over intensity to protect your long-term coherence.
Is emotional blunting a sign that I'm becoming a cold person?
Not at all. In the Meaning Density Model™, blunting is a structural defense. Your Narrative & Identity system is simply operating under a "dampening" protocol because the environment has been too loud for too long. By naming this as a "loss of sharpness" rather than a personality flaw, you reduce the shame that keeps your nervous system in a state of defensive tension.