

the scrambler
3 years ago1
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bituseless
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3 years agoI find this really hard. I assume it’s because I’m low on dopamine, and I need to exercise some self care. It is hard because I really need my loved ones to build me up… Because I am a social person and I get most of my dopamine from my relationships. But when I am low, I pick fights and I tend to alienate myself.
tadja
1
3 years agoI lash out at loved ones too. When I feel myself at burnout I try to cocoon myself as much as I can. I wrap in blankets and take time away to just rest. I’m doing my best to learn to communicate with my partner and others that I’m at a really low point and I could use extra love and grace.

It is really hard for me too. I generally try to isolate myself when I feel the low. However, even though I explain them and ask them to leave me alone, they generally don't (bcs they don't understand 🤦♀️). Then, things happen... 😕