I immediately go silent when something upsets me. It’s not because I don’t have anything to say—it’s because I’ve learned that not everything needs a reaction. Over time, I’ve developed this as a coping mechanism. Instead of expressing my anger or frustration in the moment, I withdraw and process my emotions in private.
I don’t like unnecessary conflict, and I don’t always feel the need to explain myself. Silence gives me space to think, to calm down, and to figure out how I really feel before I respond. Some people take it as me shutting down, but really, I just prefer handling my problems on my own. I’ve learned that not everyone deserves access to my emotions, and peace is more important than proving a point.
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I don’t like unnecessary conflict, and I don’t always feel the need to explain myself. Silence gives me space to think, to calm down, and to figure out how I really feel before I respond. Some people take it as me shutting down, but really, I just prefer handling my problems on my own. I’ve learned that not everyone deserves access to my emotions, and peace is more important than proving a point.
I immediately go silent when something upsets me. It’s not because I don’t have anything to say—it’s because I’ve learned that not everything needs a reaction. Over time, I’ve developed this as a coping mechanism. Instead of expressing my anger or frustration in the moment, I withdraw and process my emotions in private.
I don’t like unnecessary conflict, and I don’t always feel the need to explain myself. Silence gives me space to think, to calm down, and to figure out how I really feel before I respond. Some people take it as me shutting down, but really, I just prefer handling my problems on my own. I’ve learned that not everyone deserves access to my emotions, and peace is more important than proving a point.
