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[โ€“] Nefara@lemmy.world 18 points 1 month ago (1 children)

I had a therapist who specialized in working with ADHD adults and she was very good about calling me out on my "shoulds". She would say "who told you that?" or "why do you feel that way?" or "where does that belief come from?" just about every time a "should" came out of my mouth. It was a really good practice in reframing, and making me realize I was feeling external pressures by comparing myself to others, or not giving myself the time and space I needed to accomplish the things that would satisy me. I'd encourage everyone in this thread to try getting to the bottom of your "shoulds", it's helped me understand and be kinder to myself.

[โ€“] fragment@lemmy.world 5 points 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing that. It sounds like it will be helpful.