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mental healthsensitive children
#RI-6ac2413e·2 months ago·
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Lookback: my entire childhood

“to suppress emotions”

I struggled with depression, bullying, and suicidal thoughts

What I wish I knew
"emotions need to be felt and accepted"
If I could tell you one thing
"love and validate your child's emotions"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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