“I’m too sensitive” may be a judgment you learned to use against yourself.
“Why do people always take advantage of me?” may be less about who you attract and more about the boundaries you do not defend.
“I can’t ask for that” may feel safer than risking rejection, conflict, or disappointment.
“It’s always up to me” may feel like competence, but constantly managing, fixing, and carrying the relationship can become a trap.
“Are my standards too high?” may be the wrong question.
