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Sometimes when you open up to people, you let the bad in with the good

This is a profound insight. Opening up to others can create a sense of connection and intimacy, but it also carries the risk of vulnerability, including the possibility of disappointment or hurt. Sharing your thoughts and feelings can indeed bring in both positive aspects—like support and understanding and challenging ones, such as judgment or misunderstanding.

It's a the double edged sword effect

So when we let people into our lives, we often expose ourselves to their reactions, which can vary widely. While many will offer compassion and support, there are always some who may not respond in the way we hope. This duality can feel disheartening, especially if you're sensitive to feedback.
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Magenta · F Best Comment
Of course. It's the dichotomy, the contrast of being human in our facets. I never expect anyone to be one dimensional, that doesn't seem sincere to me. And sometimes it's our own skewed perception of them too. I don't open up much here especially, because I find it exhausting now, plus I mostly hold my own counsel.
HumanEarth · F
This a great answer and that's why I'm marking it the Best Comment

Magenta · F
@HumanEarth Thank you. 💟

Perry1968 · M
I definitely 100% agree. I dont get affected online too much. Its disappointing i guess. But for me its those who count in personal life that i would be hurt by. I choose online to share some stuff i could never tell 99% of people in my personal life. Things said in the past have hit and hurt. But not enough to outweigh some positives. Im normally my own worst enemy lol. I.ll post something deep. Cringe and delete.
WillaKissing · 56-60, M
I 100% totally understand this and thank you for allowing me to become art of your world. Even when I make jokes and jests it is all out of respect for you as a friend.

I hope I have not offended you.
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WillaKissing · 56-60, M
@HumanEarth Good! 😁
BrandNewMan · 61-69, M
Part of having human connections .. here or irl. You can limit it but may also limit the potential. Bit of a tight rope.
I am really not good at this anymore ...when you confide in the wrong people it works against you ...they will use your own fears and vulnerability against you and that is the kind of pain that can destroy your heart if you let it ...I keep to myself for a reason
Snakes be everywhere... then, they say I have trust issues.

No, I do not - I've seen "Safeguarding" fail so many times now that I prefer to have the knowledge to at least keep people in my household alive for 24/48 hours while I wait for the system that failed to wake up, smell the coffee and start talking sense.
Sutten · 36-40, F
People process things differently.
Adogslife · 61-69, M
Irl or here?
Oneofthestormboys · 56-60, M
You’re absolutely bang on.

 
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