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I sabotage myself and my potential friendships/relationships but I don't really know why.

I'm aware I do it. If anyone here has ever gotten a private message from me, I am trying hard to connect. While also wanting to run screaming to the delusion of safety. Which is what I normally do. I can't let anyone in. I can't remember why I stopped. I've been through my fair share of effed up disappointments over the past decade. I keep getting colder and more alone. But this isn't really me. Or is this me, now...
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Coralmist · 41-45, F
I feel this way too. I would love a romantic relationship and even friends again, but I truly feel unwhole and therefore not equal to others. I read in my book CBT For Dummies , that depression will say, Stay away from people, stay in bed, etc. but we have to do the opposite of what depression or the trauma etc says. So that means go out for a bit, or talk to someone or even just be near others to start. I liked that idea. Because it's not the true you, no.
It's still tough because I know many are energy sucking, narcissist, etc. but if we put up boundaries, it's worth the try I think. I'm so tired of feeling isolated.
@Coralmist You are a genuinely tender and giving person. It's my hope you find someone who is deserving of a heart as special as yours.
ScreamingFox · 41-45, F
@Coralmist it's so confusing, to not listen to yourself 😞 to know that we're not really ourselves when we're guarded. I fear I'm losing myself in this, like it's going to eat me up and I'll be gone...

Yet to hear anyone else say they understand, it's silly, you are amazing and anyone would be lucky to have you close. But I get it. Keep fighting for yourself. I will too 🖤
ScreamingFox · 41-45, F
@onrealityofdreams I second this
Coralmist · 41-45, F
@onrealityofdreams That is very gracious, thank you 🪻
Coralmist · 41-45, F
@ScreamingFox That means a lot friend, thank you 🌺
Coralmist · 41-45, F
@ScreamingFox That's again the distorted voice speaking that you'll be eaten up... You will not be gone.
One of my favorite quotes:
"Nothing you have done, or has been done to you, could touch in the slightest, the radiant essence you are." Eckhart Tolle 🌹
@Coralmist You're welcome.
uncalled4 · 56-60, M
@Coralmist You're one of my favorite people here (along with Fox).