"Constantly being on guard, scanning my environment, and noticing the slightest changes in other people (behavior, tone, facial expression, you name it) demonstrates a deep trauma response. While I was praised for my emotional intelligence and the awareness I had of others, it’s truly a debilitating aspect of living with trauma, functioning as a defense mechanism that limits my sense of safety in everyday life."
"My hypervigilance is not an asset; it’s a persistent, exhausting defense mechanism that remains despite undergoing therapy and taking medication. It illustrates the deep-rooted impacts of trauma, forcing me to live in a state of constant alertness which colors every interaction I have with others, leaving me feeling tired, anxious, and unable to relax."
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