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Unraveling the Mind of an Overthinker in Relationships
For me, when I get into an intimate relationship, I automatically know how the ending will be before itโs even begun. Iโm an overthinker through and through. I overthink every minute detail about…
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Reframing Flaws as Unique Strengths
The author reflects on past struggles with quietness, sensitivity, and the need for alone time, initially perceiving these traits as flaws. Over time, they embraced these characteristics as strengths that shape their unique…
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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 Yearโs celebration. The thing isโI didnโt…
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Living with a Sensitive Nervous System
For most of my life, Iโve been told that Iโm too emotional, too reactive, too quiet, too sensitive. But the truth is, my nervous system experiences the world differently. Iโm affected by sounds,…
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Embracing Sensitivity: A Strength, Not a Flaw
For as long as I can remember, Iโve been told that Iโm too sensitive. And perhaps I am. I feel things intenselyโcriticism lands harder than it seems it should, changes in plans can unsettle…
