I feel like a burden to the people around me
I keep feeling like I'm too much for the people around me. When I talk about how I'm feeling, I worry I'm draining them. So I've started keeping things to myself, which makes me feel more alone. I want to reach out but something stops me every time.
What's inside
5 reflection questions
Guided prompts to help you think it through
3 practical exercises
Small actions you can try today
A coping strategy
Tailored to this specific situation
It sounds like you're caught between wanting to connect and the fear that you might be overwhelming the ones you care about. This holds you back and leaves you feeling isolated, even when it's apparent you have so much you wish to share.
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OutSession is a lightweight mental health support tool used by therapists and their clients.
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