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Sorry if this is has been posted before or talked about, but its a new concept/idea to me.
Every time that I think I am happy, I seem to do something or say something stupid to ruin that and push people further away. My thought is that since I have been depressed for so long, maybe I can ONLY be comfortable is if Im depressed. I will act out, either concisely or sub-concisely, to ruin relationships, friendships whatever. Its similar to a person who grew up in chaos, that they will react to create chaos in their life in order to feel normal. Is this possible?
If so, what are steps to try to fix it?
Every time that I think I am happy, I seem to do something or say something stupid to ruin that and push people further away. My thought is that since I have been depressed for so long, maybe I can ONLY be comfortable is if Im depressed. I will act out, either concisely or sub-concisely, to ruin relationships, friendships whatever. Its similar to a person who grew up in chaos, that they will react to create chaos in their life in order to feel normal. Is this possible?
If so, what are steps to try to fix it?
Reaching out here is a good place to start as well. You should be proud of yourself!! Good luck, keep posting and let us know how you're doing. hugs
I think subconsciously I wanted to hurt THEM Before They Hurt ME!
I felt so unworthy of love and friendship. I just knew it wouldn't last.
But Sweetheart, you can take steps to change this behavior. It my take a little time, but I know you can do it.
Good Luck :-)