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Considering options to satisfy others' questions
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I keep thinking about taking the next thing I see, whatever it is, just so I have something to say when people ask. Part of me knows that's not a good reason. Another part of me is tired of feeling like I owe everyone an explanation.It sounds like you're in a tricky spot where the pressure to have an answer ready is wearing on you, and yet, there's a part of you that recognises this isn’t the ideal way to make a choice.
01 · Answer any, leave any
Reflective questions
Question 1 of 5
02 · Pick one to try this week
Quick exercises
Timed reflection on pressures
Spend 5 minutes writing about why you feel pressured to have an answer ready for others.
List reasons for and against taking the next option
Write down 3-5 reasons for taking the next thing you see and 3-5 reasons against it.
Notice inner dialogue
Next time someone asks about your plans, observe your immediate thoughts and responses without changing anything.
03 · Bring it to your therapist
Your next session
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