Heavy emotional baggage is a term used to describe the psychological and emotional TRAUMA that a person carries with them from past experiences. TRAUMA, in this context, refers to any event or experience that has caused significant distress or suffering. This can include physical, emotional, or psychological TRAUMA, such as abuse, neglect, or a traumatic event. Heavy emotional baggage can cause a person to feel overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed, and can lead to difficulty in forming relationships and functioning in everyday life.