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"Be awkward by talking because I don't know how to be quiet." A deeper struggle with silence for a few reasons:
1. Fear of being misunderstood.
2. Need for connection.
3. Avoiding insecurity.
4. Natural need for expression.
5. Overthinking.
6. Avoiding reflection.
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Some people feel that if they stay quiet, others might think they’re distant or uninterested. So, they talk to avoid that, even if it feels awkward.
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If you’re someone who loves to talk or communicate, staying silent might feel like disconnecting from people. So, talking, even awkwardly, feels safer than being silent.
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Silence can make some people feel vulnerable or insecure. Talking keeps them feeling like they’re in control and not being judged for being quiet.
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Some people just find it hard to not talk. It might feel like they have to get everything out, even if it’s a little messy or awkward
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Sometimes, anxiety about saying the right thing can lead to talking more than necessary. It’s like filling the space with words because the pause feels too uncomfortable.
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Silence often leads to thinking, and thinking can be hard or uncomfortable. Talking might just be a way to avoid that.
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CURATOR'S NOTE
Be awkward by talking, because I don’t know how to be quiet. Ever question 'Why don't you know how to be quiet?'
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