Feeling exposed?
The vulnerability of being seen fully when we don't feel safe to be seen. Our protective layers have been stripped away before we were ready.
The unmet need
Control over what we reveal and to whom; the right to privacy and the restoration of protective boundaries.
A question to sit with
What do I need to cover or protect right now? Can I create even a small space of privacy for myself?
What to do right now
Wrap yourself in a blanket or find a quiet, enclosed space. Take slow breaths and say: "I choose what I share and when." Create one small boundary around your privacy today.
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