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ParzivalSenior Contributor
I cry almost everyday and I’m easily triggered by everything including colour, scent, feel, speech and sound. I don’t know how to navigate the outside world when I can’t even feel secure in my own home without feeling overwhelmed and like bursting into tears. If I read a word or am reminded of something from my past it brings up so much anxiety for me it’s unbearable. Why am I like this? Is anyone else this sensitive?
In response to: Triggered
ResilientOneNew Contributor
Hi there, I totally understand the tsunami of overwhelming emotions and extreme reactions. We feel things very deeply and you are a highly sensitive and gifted person, able to intuitively read the energy of a room, and feel the shocking horrific effects of war on innocent people and the Earth. I want you to know that you are very special and your suffering will gift you with virtues and compassion which great suffering or great love does. Deep misery puts a lot of stuff in perspective as to what is really important in life. Wishing you peace and harmony 🕊️
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