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I don’t like to admit this. And if you tell anyone, I’ll deny it. But I am highly empathic.
Why this matters: Sometimes, I share too much. I try to explain EVERYTHING because I want them to have ALL the information.
- This is ESPECIALLY true when I am talking to someone.
In the wild: Here are some examples of what I mean:
- If I don’t respond to an email or text as fast as I think I should…I apologize…and explain what took “so long.”
- If I can’t do a task that someone asks me to do…I apologize…and explain what I’m working on.
- If I didn’t do something I usually do and someone asks…I apologize…and explain I was having dental issues.
Bottom line: I share too much information.
Yes, but: Sure. If I wrong someone. I probably should explain.
- But even then, it is probably better to just apologize. And stop.
Truth bomb 💣: Most people don’t care. And if they do, they’ll ask.
Fun fact: The first draft was 153 words, but over half the words are different.