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Everyone around me seem free to express themselves as they see fit. I’m always on guard on how I express myself because I’ve been told I come off as intimidating and threatening. So while everyone around has carte blanche to say whatever, I’m always holding back. This is especially true in my professional environment where unintended intimidation could cost me my job.

I’m so tired and fatigued right now. Not physically tired. Part of me doesn’t even want to go meet up with my friends. I still will, but it’ll be another instance of smiling and pretending that I’m alright.

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Veelala

Sorry that people look at you that way!! That has to be annoying.. I hope they will better understand you.. 🙏🏽

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ChicagoGirl1961

Who is telling you this?

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MaskOfTranquility in reply toChicagoGirl1961

Various people for as long as I can remember.

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ChicagoGirl1961

Then there must be something to it even though you don't intend it. Ask for opinions from those you trust and you may get some feedback that may help you understand why people perceive you this way.

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Mumma_h

It only takes a few words from one person for it to stick in our mind and can stay with us for years. Just because someone has said you are intimidating and aggressive at all ; you may be totally the opposite. These words have affected you so much that you can't be yourself anymore. Keep in mind too that those who haven't experienced depression or anxiety don't truly understand the weight of it . I've been there and it's worse than anything I've been through and I've been through a lot . But here you can speak freely without putting on an act , I put on an act that I was ok for 6 years because I didn't want to upset anyone and I new noone understand anyway,and I can hardly believe I got through it , never believed I'd be the same again. Have hope , trust me , if I can find happiness anyone can . Wish I could give you more advice, don't know how I came good but I did so don't give up hope . Hope in itself helps , even if we aren't there yet . Just know there's someone somewhere that really truly understands the gravity of depression if that's where you are at ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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jrobertson1

I completely empathise. I have been told this too but I think it stems from not following the crowd. Not agreeing with those who shout loudest. It drove me into a deep depression. I did speak up but am now about to lose my job.

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Rachel2535

Being honest about how we are feeling and what we are going through is vital to working through it. Thank you for being so open about it. Being ourselves is important sometimes the hard edges get very rough and working on those is important. Praying for you -Rachel

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