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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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And not in a sex sensitive way... But would you say you're a sensitive person?
I don't know if it's lockdown or lack of as much human contact but I've recently found myself to be much more emotional and sensitive. Getting upset easier etc.
I'd love to know how to turn it back off. |
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By *eliWoman
over a year ago
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Sorry to read this OP. I've found that the more I open up and the older I've got the more emotional I can be. I don't like being sensitive either, I sometimes wish there was an off switch yet at the same time I like the wealth and depth of emotions I can feel. I guess not caring would be a way of not being sensitive. Rationalizing it and putting up a little fence around your heart to quote a wise old woman. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Sorry to read this OP. I've found that the more I open up and the older I've got the more emotional I can be. I don't like being sensitive either, I sometimes wish there was an off switch yet at the same time I like the wealth and depth of emotions I can feel. I guess not caring would be a way of not being sensitive. Rationalizing it and putting up a little fence around your heart to quote a wise old woman."
Like ive always been good at dealing with others emotions and caring/giving advice etc. But recently I feel hurt by things which previously wouldn't have hurt me. X |
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"Sorry to read this OP. I've found that the more I open up and the older I've got the more emotional I can be. I don't like being sensitive either, I sometimes wish there was an off switch yet at the same time I like the wealth and depth of emotions I can feel. I guess not caring would be a way of not being sensitive. Rationalizing it and putting up a little fence around your heart to quote a wise old woman.
Like ive always been good at dealing with others emotions and caring/giving advice etc. But recently I feel hurt by things which previously wouldn't have hurt me. X"
Lock down has had all sorts of effects on people, if you're feeling a bit low or depressed you might be more easily hurt.
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"And not in a sex sensitive way... But would you say you're a sensitive person?
I don't know if it's lockdown or lack of as much human contact but I've recently found myself to be much more emotional and sensitive. Getting upset easier etc.
I'd love to know how to turn it back off. "
I feel your pain. Personally, I think lockdown has certainly exasperated negative emotions which then makes you feel bad for feeling bad in some ways.
Since lockdown, I’ve found myself getting easier to stress, not sleeping so well and have become so snappy. Once upon a time I was so carefree and nothing would stop me getting a decent sleep.
If you find a cure, please let me know! |
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By *eliWoman
over a year ago
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"Like ive always been good at dealing with others emotions and caring/giving advice etc. But recently I feel hurt by things which previously wouldn't have hurt me. X
Lock down has had all sorts of effects on people, if you're feeling a bit low or depressed you might be more easily hurt.
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Yes, definitely. I think that you're coping with things as best as you can in a tough time. It might mean you get hurt a bit more easily but it doesn't have to be a permanent state. You know when something is upsetting you, why not try asking yourself what's the real reason behind it? Do a bit of soul searching and then avoid that trigger as much as possible x |
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No. Never been touchy feely. I care but not in a 'heart on my sleeve' way. I am sensitive but not in the way you are saying OP.
I have learnt to accept who I am with all my moods, anxiety, depression - they are all part of me.
I recognise the feelings and can ride them out and minimise them. Lock down is more of an extension of how I want to live. |
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Lou is very sensitive about what people say as she takes everything to heart and literal 
I am somewhat outgoing  and don't get upset by what 99% of people say, also have a little bit of a God complex
So we balance each other out 
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By *reya73Woman
over a year ago
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Feeling deeply is emotional intelligence. Your way of expressing what you are experiencing and processing it. It's hard to embrace the challenging emotions and natural to want to make them go away. But in some way, it's your clever psyche telling you where you need to put some attention. Huge dollops of self compassion and pat yourself on the back for being 100% human! And a virtual hug from me... These times have been exceptional and there is, for many of us, an emotional fall out. Go easy xxx
I've spent my life being a deeply feeling one! It's a pain sometimes but also brings awareness, empathy, compassion and authenticity. It's possible to listen in and be curious about those feelings without judging or indulging them. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Feeling deeply is emotional intelligence. Your way of expressing what you are experiencing and processing it. It's hard to embrace the challenging emotions and natural to want to make them go away. But in some way, it's your clever psyche telling you where you need to put some attention. Huge dollops of self compassion and pat yourself on the back for being 100% human! And a virtual hug from me... These times have been exceptional and there is, for many of us, an emotional fall out. Go easy xxx
I've spent my life being a deeply feeling one! It's a pain sometimes but also brings awareness, empathy, compassion and authenticity. It's possible to listen in and be curious about those feelings without judging or indulging them. "
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By *eliWoman
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"Feeling deeply is emotional intelligence. Your way of expressing what you are experiencing and processing it. It's hard to embrace the challenging emotions and natural to want to make them go away. But in some way, it's your clever psyche telling you where you need to put some attention. Huge dollops of self compassion and pat yourself on the back for being 100% human! And a virtual hug from me... These times have been exceptional and there is, for many of us, an emotional fall out. Go easy xxx
I've spent my life being a deeply feeling one! It's a pain sometimes but also brings awareness, empathy, compassion and authenticity. It's possible to listen in and be curious about those feelings without judging or indulging them. "
Your words are so beautiful Freya.
I'm going to start collecting them and reading them when I need life advice. |
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Sensitive, thoughtful, mellow but rational and reasonable. I'm fine feeling without limits and go with the flow, experiencing the moment. I'd not let myself suffer though, if things were too painful. |
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I believe there is strength in vulnerability and transformative power in mutual vulnerability. So for a number of years I worked on dismantling some of my defence mechanisms, developing my emotional competence and agility and as such I wear a thin sensitive skin. I like it because I feel life in all its richness, helps me to empathise with others and be there for them and be increasingly present. |
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I'm quiet sensitive at the moment. Grief amongst other things have made me that way, I try to not let it over spill and keep it contained but it's not always possible, I beat myself up over it but I also know it's part of what makes me human. I wish I could switch my emotions off sometimes but the morale implications of that would be huge. Your human OP, roll with it, reach out when you need to and try not to let it get to you, just do you |
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I'm not particularly sensitive. I've gotten quite good at the water off a ducks back thing.
However if someone pushes the wrong buttons I find I can be very sensitive towards them. This skews every interaction and I act a bit weird. I've learned how to read the signs of this behaviour and I'm getting better at not reacting in this way but sometimes I can't quite stop myself. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I'm quiet sensitive at the moment. Grief amongst other things have made me that way, I try to not let it over spill and keep it contained but it's not always possible, I beat myself up over it but I also know it's part of what makes me human. I wish I could switch my emotions off sometimes but the morale implications of that would be huge. Your human OP, roll with it, reach out when you need to and try not to let it get to you, just do you "
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Usually i am very balanced, but struggling with jealousy atm, which is kinda ridiculous given how secure I am.. I think it is tbe impact of lock down and not being able to physically connect |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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Yeah, I've always had almost too much empathy and could be like an emotion sponge but things that happened to me were water off a ducks back... Things are less like that currently. |
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I need an outlet to allow my true feelings to show, last week it was watching Schindlers list. The end scene of them putting stones on his grave had me in floods of tears. Maybe it’s because I feel I’ve never done anything to warrant others respect and love, as he did.
But I have two kids and hopefully be a good enough Dad, to get their everlasting love. |
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