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Scary it’s so accurate.. probably why I enjoy even crave my alone time. I don’t have to worry about anyone else or entertain anyone else. Peace for a little while.

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MALA VERO De MEDUSA🐍🇩🇴♑️

ALL OF THESE, especially expecting the worst In every situation And being responsible for everyone’s emotions because I can feel their emotions sometimes more than my own. I really dislike being an empath especially in a world that rewards ppl who are savages lol

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