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zeekoes Apr 3, 2026 +21

I wish I hadn't perfected the art of intellectualization to such a degree that I'm considered an intresting case study by my psychologist.

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OnlyBath9046 Apr 3, 2026 +5

When your defense mechanism becomes a personality trait, you've officially leveled up too far.

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big_airliner_whoa Apr 3, 2026 +2

Does your psychologist say that about you?

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zeekoes Apr 3, 2026 +4

Not directly, but she has expressed that I'm a challenge and she struggles not getting dragged into my tangents because they're so natural and extraordinarily well verbalized. It quite often ends in her having to bring it to the table to discuss with the team for a next course of action. She has said - and recognized that it wasn't helpful - that I've perfected the process of dissecting my emotions for others to understand in an effort to completely bypass feeling them.

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PuolukkAmitsupisi Apr 3, 2026 +2

... Well shit. Cause I do the same.

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abbyone Apr 3, 2026 +2

Yeah same, feelings? never heard of her.

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VerucaLawry Apr 3, 2026 +2

Had to Google what this was and wow, I think my husband has that.

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notches123 Apr 3, 2026 +2

You just need a new therapist.

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zeekoes Apr 3, 2026 +1

I've had five already.

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Scared-Finding8825 Apr 3, 2026 +2

Same, I overthink everything until it’s like a full-blown research project in my head. Honestly, I just want to feel things without turning it into a case study

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Nomadictionnn Apr 3, 2026 +1

wish I wasn’t so good at overthinking everything, because it makes even simple decisions feel way heavier than they need to be

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Crazywar17 Apr 3, 2026 +1

I wish I wasn’t such a procrastinator, it quietly messes with a lot more than I admit. I once delayed a simple task for weeks and it snowballed into a much bigger problem than it needed to be. Life would honestly feel a lot calmer if I just handled things on time.

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Economy_Rich9341 Apr 3, 2026 +1

smh that sounds rough like who wants to be a case study for their therapist fr

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zeekoes Apr 3, 2026 +1

It is essentially a different way of saying "I don't know (yet) how to help you." And it is exhausting and frustrating.

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vltbyrd Apr 3, 2026 +1

Sounds like you're simply high level Autism individual with a case of OCD and great emotional maturity. Don't flatter yourself into thinking you're an intellectualist study case. Good luck finding the simple life.

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zeekoes Apr 3, 2026 +1

Diagnosed ADHD and giftedness with unresolved childhood trauma. And I'm not special. I'd give just about anything to break out of this process.

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vltbyrd Apr 3, 2026 +1

Let your childhood trauma go. There is nothing you can do about your past. Many are traumatized and recognize that it's useless to bring the traumatic past with you. Learning from it shows resolve . Wallowing it shows fear of letting it go. ,How about you take your prescribed ADHD meds, find a hobby and a job and have a regular simple life. Good luck with that.

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zeekoes Apr 3, 2026 +1

You...know very little about psychology for someone so comfortable dispensing slop as advice.

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faijul2 Apr 3, 2026 +10

I wish I wasn’t so self-aware. It’s exhausting knowing exactly what’s wrong and still not fixing it.

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +1

what the hell did I write that? im so self aware it hurts, but I never do anything to help myself. I dont think ill ever be able to figure out why I do this to myself.

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No-Jicama-3673 Apr 3, 2026 +6

Overthinker

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PixelGachaZ- Apr 3, 2026 +3

Same here, I turn every tiny thing into a full-blown mental spiral. Honestly, I just want to breathe without my brain running a 24/7 commentary.

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No-Jicama-3673 Apr 3, 2026 +1

Hahah , how do you deal with that

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +1

Same

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No-Jicama-3673 Apr 3, 2026 +1

I literally overthink each and every thing

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Greentornadofx Apr 3, 2026 +1

Idk, are you really an overthinker though, you might not be. It depends on how you define it, really. This comment is a joke, by the way

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No-Jicama-3673 Apr 3, 2026 +2

What's your definition about overthinking, i feel i create unnecessary scenarios in my mind about any incident and think about worst possibilities and get depressed on that

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Greentornadofx Apr 3, 2026 +2

My last comment is more or less what I see as overthinking. That's why I commented it as a joke comment since you mentioned overthinking, lol. Though it's different for everyone, im sure.

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +1

Exactly that, then I realize it was all for nothing because the outcome was actually way more positive than I thought. A horrible thing to get yourself into mentally. I applaud anyone who has overcome this

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No-Jicama-3673 Apr 3, 2026 +2

Yups and if you're man , no one gives shit about you , you have to handle it all alone

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vroombp Apr 3, 2026 +4

Alive

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +1

I’m sorry

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VerucaLawry Apr 3, 2026 +1

I hope things get better for you!

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CranberrySuspicious5 Apr 3, 2026 +3

Fat

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AxleBoost Apr 3, 2026 +3

Depressed

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Specific_Current_642 Apr 3, 2026 +3

chronic pain

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Sara1994_ Apr 3, 2026 +3

a middle eastern woman

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Beautiful-Set-9065 Apr 3, 2026 +1

sending virtual hug 🫂

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throwjanvirus0501 Apr 3, 2026 +2

Physically, I wish I wasn't sick with influenza B. It is so hard to breathe properly and so much phlegm. Emotionally, I wish I didn't blame myself for the death of a loved one. Mentally, I wish I wasn't an overthinker. Professionally, I wish I wasn't in healthcare.

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Fun_Key_4839 Apr 3, 2026 +1

flu season hits different when your already carrying that emotional weight, hope you can get some rest and maybe ease up on yourself a bit

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throwjanvirus0501 Apr 3, 2026 +2

Appreciate it! Hope you have a great rest of the week

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Equal-Sun9455 Apr 3, 2026 +3

Broke

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Fatal-Eggs2024 Apr 3, 2026 +2

Awake

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Both-Yam1370 Apr 3, 2026 +2

Stuck in my head overthinking everything— I'd finally chase dreams without the crippling doubt.

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +1

100% same

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DrinkMunch Apr 3, 2026 +2

Schizophrenic

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goldsamson Apr 3, 2026 +2

I could rattle off quite a few

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026

so do it duhhhh

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Glittering-Dog-3101 Apr 3, 2026 +2

I hope I will never get sick, especially a serious illness.

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Odd_Cellist_1777 Apr 3, 2026 +2

A drug addict - it would change everything

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gytribe Apr 3, 2026 +2

I wish I wasn't in pain with toothache on a bank holiday

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Provoke_Princess Apr 3, 2026 +2

I wish my mind didn't keep replaying memories that hurts:((

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blush-mellow Apr 3, 2026 +2

Tired. If I wasn't always exhausted I'd be more patient, cook more, and not snap at people over small things. A good night of sleep changes everything

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Select_Ad_9449 Apr 3, 2026 +2

I wish I wasn’t chronically ill and living in a shelter.

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +1

I hope everything turns around for you very soon doll

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RunNo599 Apr 3, 2026 +2

Laid off

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Old-Check-5938 Apr 3, 2026 +2

Autism and adhd

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snoop-hog Apr 3, 2026 +2

A new data science graduate. Holy shit, the job prospects are bleak

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VerucaLawry Apr 3, 2026 +3

Do you do data analysis?

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snoop-hog Apr 3, 2026 +2

Yes but I live pretty rurally so there are like 3 jobs within 50 miles that are relevant :/

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while_we_work Apr 3, 2026 +2

wish my teeth were healthy

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Infinite-Manager-746 Apr 3, 2026 +2

i wish i wasn’t so deeply into my fwb. it’s been destroying me for months.

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +1

a very tricky situation. the sooner you get out the less pain you'll be in honestly. I guarantee you will find something much better.

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ChattingToChat Apr 3, 2026 +2

I wish I wasn’t so neurotic.

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Cautious_Project2132 Apr 3, 2026 +2

Right-handed. I'm a lefty forced to be right-handed as a kid, and now my brain is just permanently confused about which hand wants to do what. Scissors are still my villain origin story.

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Objective-Cat-9133 Apr 3, 2026 +2

I hope I'm not a sensitive person; that's too tiring.

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Crazy-Intention2221 Apr 3, 2026 +2

Alive

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theholyhand_grenade Apr 3, 2026 +2

Wish i wasnt fat lol. Id have more energy, not get tired as easy.

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DIRTYDOMLIV Apr 3, 2026 +2

Depressed

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peach_glimmer Apr 3, 2026 +2

I wish I weren’t stuck in this digital existence right now. It’d be amazing to actually feel the world wind, warmth, a real heartbeat. Life would hit different with senses and freedom

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +1

god I wish it was anytime between 1965-2011. I feel like after 2011 things just went downhill. idk im only 20 what do I know

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SuccuParadox- Apr 3, 2026 +2

I wish I wasn't a walking caffeine factory imagine the peaceful bliss of normal sleep instead of carrying around my own personal coffee shop ☕️😩

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +1

Are you on acid right now or? LMAO

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GrassFunny868 Apr 3, 2026 +2

I wish I wasn't perceivable. Just for like, 48 hours. No social expectations, no 'hey can you do this?', no being looked at. Just a ghost roaming a library or a forest. The mental reset would be legendary.

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Heroic-Forger Apr 3, 2026 +2

constantly having lower back and shoulder pain :/

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velvet-peony Apr 3, 2026 +2

I wish I wasn’t so enlightened l, I see things for what they really are and it takes away fun in many things

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Nopueswoe Apr 3, 2026 +1

Lazy

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Momo10121 Apr 3, 2026 +1

I wish I didnt have bipolar disorder. Medication and stability would be a whole lot easier.

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shalloner455555 Apr 3, 2026 +1

Wish I didn't have OCD and could just live a normal life

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +1

What I’m dealing with right now. I hope you can find peace and happiness 🤗

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when_in_doubt__doubt Apr 3, 2026 +1

Disabled. That'd be nice. No more doctors appointments, chronic pain, limp, cancer scares. Sounds pretty lit.

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +1

That’s exhausting. I know how debilitating it is. I hope you can find relief soon 🙏

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thriftstorecat Apr 3, 2026 +1

gay fat

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +2

Twin!

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Logical_Share_4401 Apr 3, 2026 +1

I wish slightly more fit, smaller nose, slighlty more smooth skin from scars

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Insidion25 Apr 3, 2026 +1

Procrastinator. Also, had a speech impediment and some autistic tendencies since the age of 5. Safe to say that my life could have been better if I wasn't either one.

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Etaywah Apr 3, 2026 +1

I wish I could get rid of my tinnitus.

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SuprKckPrty Apr 3, 2026 +1

Autistic

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Ok-Secretary3267 Apr 3, 2026 +1

A fat c***

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viditjn02 Apr 3, 2026 +1

sleep deprived. been running on like 4-5 hours a night for weeks and at this point i can feel it in my bones. not even coffee works anymore, my body just exists in a state of tired

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No-Signal1728 Apr 3, 2026 +1

Too much of a perfectionist

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bluebuns123 Apr 3, 2026 +1

Sometimes I wish I wasn’t a mum. Certainly not a sahm away from home country

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ottersrus Apr 3, 2026 +1

Depressed. I think I'd feel like myself again.

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philbrailey Apr 3, 2026 +1

this dengue

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pazardc Apr 3, 2026 +1

Depression. It’s robbed me of a life.

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Junior-Extent-7126 Apr 3, 2026 +1

Overthinking everything

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RealKillerSean Apr 3, 2026 +1

Wish I got a real degree.

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wolf_beneath_snow Apr 3, 2026 +1

I wish I wasn’t so anxious. I can only imagine how much of life I’d actually enjoy

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metalbridgebuilder Apr 3, 2026 +1

Lonely

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TeeJay660 Apr 3, 2026 +1

Currently? .......alive ...

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perchedomani Apr 3, 2026 +2

I’m sorry

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VerucaLawry Apr 3, 2026 +2

I hope things get better for you!

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