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Friendship Hurts: The Pain of Being Vulnerable and Overlooked
I’ve always been someone who buries their feelings. I do this out of fear of getting my feelings hurt if I genuinely open up to someone. Truth is, I’ve never felt comfortable expressing my…
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Overthinking Love: A Neurodivergent Perspective
The author expresses their challenges with dating as a neurodivergent individual who feels uncomfortable in social situations and often overthinks interactions. Their experiences have led to a protective mindset, leading to avoidance of…
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How to Silence Your Inner Critic and Embrace Self-Acceptance
One thing that I’m slowly learning is just how much damage my inner critic has done to me over the years. That voice inside is relentless. It tells me that I’m worthless, useless, and…
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The Quiet Cost of Holding it all Together
Most of the time, I keep it all together. I don’t like drama or confrontation of any sort, so I keep the peace, keep it calm, maintain a vibey flow. I put on…
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Experiencing Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria in Real Time
I experienced a heavy wave of rejection last night. I noticed that my close friends had gathered together for what I can only assume was a New Year’s celebration. The thing is—I didn’t…
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5 Things I Wish People Understood About My Quietness
I’ve been quiet for as long as I can remember. The kind of quiet that often makes others tilt their head and ask, “Why are you so quiet?” or the one that really feels…
