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SplendidTree

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Okay, pretty much I have struggles letting people into my life. I have not been in the best relationships, (romantically and friendships), so I struggle.

What happens at times is I do let someone in and because I fear they will hurt me like others, I get anxiety.

The other night I got an anxiety attack because of someone I am growing close with being so kind to me, I got afraid they were going to hurt me like some people who recently have.

Does anyone struggle with this? Hopefully this makes some kind of sense to at least one person.

I know not everyone is like those of my past and I am in counseling and know I have healing to do, but it still is a struggle sometimes. I am still trying to get over some recent trauma.

And it is hard to not feel like a burden to others but that is a whole different topic. lol

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Although I personally don't feel this way, I have friends who feel similar, and I know how difficult anxieties can make daily life. You are a beautiful young woman of God, made in His image, and you have captured His heart. Keep casting your cares onto God, because He cares about you passionately, with an unswerving, protective love. Nothing can separate you from God's love for you, and He is your tower of safety and security. He is your place of rest.
 
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