It is a decision that compassion is more important than fear, than fitting in, than following the crowd.
-Glennon Melton
It’s so hard to feel like you’re too much in life. To feel like you’re taking up too much space, too much room, too much talk space, just too much. For women, this often means that we’re not following societal norms. As women, we’re usually socialized to do the opposite, to be small, don’t take up too much room, listen don’t talk, etc. If this has been your experience at times, know that you’re not alone. Also know that as we come into ourselves, it often means that we’re taking up more space in the world, and that we’re not always following the norms, but following our own internal intentions instead.
Read on for more short, quick tips on: what feeling like you’re too much often sounds like, possible issues if you’re not following the norm, and self-care for when you’re carving your own path in life.
What feeling like you’re too much often sounds like…
- You’re too needy
- You’re suffocating
- You’re taking up too much space
- You talk too much
- You always have to be in control
- Your dreams and goals are too big
- You want too much
- You’re domineering
- You don’t let others participate
- You always have to come first
What else would you add here?
Possible issues if you’re not following the norm:
- Loneliness and isolation
- Exhaustion
- Being misunderstood
- Feeling unseen
- Sadness
- Looks versus substance
- Arguments
- Impression of hating others
- Not feeling loved
- Anxiety
- Happy you’re finally standing up for what you believe in
What else would you add to this list?
Self-care for when you’re carving your own path in life:
- Talk to trusted friends
- Meditate
- Therapy
- Journal
- Educate yourself
- Stay hydrated
- Exercise
- Eat healthy
What other types of self-care work for you when you’re carving your own path in life?
Carving your own path in life can be so difficult. You may get push back from others if they feel like you’re being too much of if you’re not following societal norms. Know that you’re not alone, if you’re currently experiencing any of these issues in your life. If you’re needing more support right now, please reach out to your doctor or a therapist in your area. I’m thinking of you and sending lot of love and support your way!
