My whole life since I was a child I’ve been told that my emotions were “too much” and “over dramatic” and now I constantly thank people in my life for tolerating me because I’m convinced that it’s a chore to have me around.

It’s lead me to stay in mentally abusive relationships because I thought no one else would put up with me and it also leads to to having anxiety attacks when I’m with my friends because I think no one actually likes me

Most times I’d rather say nothing and wait until I explode than communicate how I feel because it’s never been accepted well. I’m learning every day to talk about my feelings with the people who love me and I’m thankful that they’ve been so patient and kind.

Be cautious about what you say to young children. Don’t condition them to think they aren’t good.