I think that I missed a big part of my childhood and teenage years

Just a reflection but in my childhood and teens I had so much anxiety and desire to be perfect and be a "good girl" that I think that I cut myself off from many experiences. I also was afraid of revealing my true self to anyone. I also did not properly observe other people and see them for who they were because I was busy critiquing myself, trying to make sure that no flaws were visible. Im glad that kids today have social media, youtube videos where people can connect and share their experiences. If I had that my life would have been different.

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SW-User

You missed those years but what good does it do dwelling on them? Is not the time to live now?

REMsleep · 41-45, F

@SW-User Its good to reflect and make sure that you are unlearning what you have done all those years prior. I also meantion it in case any others feel the same way. Even after my earlier years I find myself at times doing things that might not be the best for myself because Im going thru the motion of what I normally do in certain situations. Its not wallowing in self pity. Its a desire to manifest my best self and encourage others. Its still really a new revelation to me. I never knew that young people could be so self assured and self aware. They could go for what they want in life.