The whole point is that you are thinking freely and practicing autonomy, which is so scary at first!

ADHD can look different in different stages of life, but often presents as self-blame for not being as productive or high-functioning as you “should be”.

If you’ve experienced people leaving or withdrawing love in the past, even platonic friendships can stir up fears of being left behind at times..

For those who need the TLDR, here’s a few quick tips for coping with relationship anxiety after a breakup.

In many Christian subcultures, such as white evangelicalism, folks may feel that they need to be positive and polite all the time.

Over time, this can impact your ability to trust others, connect with family, or even feel secure in your relationship with God.

All this little lie needs is one person with a large platform and a trusting audience to hit repost.

You can celebrate them and support them, while still feeling sadness. And that’s okay!

The neutralizing efforts send “DANGER, DANGER!” signals to the brain.

If you feel the need to keep documentation of what was said for your own sanity, there’s a solid chance you’re being gaslit.

The fear of abandonment after leaving faith and shame after speaking up about religious trauma feels so heavy.

You are not an idiot. Your empathy just got hijacked for someone else’s personal gain.

They are riding a very uncomfortable wave right now.

Your brain and your body are trying to adjust to all the rules instantaneously being flipped upside down and inside out.

This is not about policing language, but about intentionally using words that communicate kindness, respect, and dignity.