We may not be able to make babies alone, but we can do plenty of other things that are worth doing on our own without feeling lonely about it. Quite often, I find myself choosing to do things alone rather than inviting others to join in. It's not just that asking people is a hard … Continue reading The Pleasure of Doing Things Alone
When I go out I feel uneasy. A host of invisible eyes seem to be creeping on me. Making eye contact with other people requires a conscious effort, but by now it's become a discipline, a little act of courage. On good days I even smile. When I go out, the more clothes I wear, the … Continue reading Social Anxiety and What (Not) to Do About It
Noises, busy places, crowds, televised violence, nosy people, loud people, shouting, rudeness, or injustices of any kind all touch a painful spot inside of me. I am a sensitive person -- I cannot help it. I don't know how you respond when other people annoy or upset you, or what you do when someone is … Continue reading On Being a (Highly) Sensitive Person (And Not Minding It Too Much)
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