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During a challenging season of my life, I was diagnosed with IBS-C, subclinical hypothyroidism, and suspected endometriosis. The responses of those around me were kind and responsive:

“I’m sorry.”
“How can I help?”
“Are you getting treatment?”

Not only did these comments validate my experience, but the individuals expressed genuine concern and care. I felt heard, seen, and loved. A few months later, however, my growing anxiety was confirmed as high-functioning and generalized in-between cycles of depression. Yet when I told others about these mental struggles, I was shocked at their responses … Read more