We all like to think that we are our own free person who makes decisions and have unique experiences based on what happen to us in the past.
Yet, psychology has time and time again show us the power of social and cultural context, how different situations causes us to conform, obey and appear apathy; not to mention biology influences where chemicals in our brains or genetics makes decision for us.
So who really are we? Who we want who we were and who we wanna be.We are a culmination of all these things and more!
While its true that certain things are hard wired in our DNA ( part of our survival instinct), and yet other things are learnt script that help us function more efficiently, it doesn't mean we are helpless against them. Epigentics, neuro plasticity, medicine, therapy and more can help us to overcome or reduce any disorder we may have that prevent us from living a full life.
It can be something small such as fear of public speaking or it can be a full fledge agorophobia that restrict you from stepping out from your front door.
What I want to say is: It's Okay.
Its not you. Its a culmination of a lot of things that made it this way. So dont for a second be hard on yourself, be stuck in rumination and feel alone and helpless.
You are not alone.
There are tons and tons of people out there facing the same thing as you. Even if you can't find them, there will always be emphatic listening ears ( such as your love ones) and professionals who will be able to lighten whatever load you have been carrying.
Stop hugging them so tight trying to hide them away. Open your arms and let them go. Illness may continue to linger on you, but suffering will be lesser without the fear and anxiety. Who knows, one day, they make decide to leave you too.
Reach out. Dont silence your soul. There is always a number to call no matter where you are. Its just a phone call away.
P.s. if someone decline you of the help you seek, keep trying. Dont give up and deny yourself to wellness. You deserve happiness ♡
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