@clarity been here myself. Had to teach myself how do I want to have certain conversations with others in ways that made sense to me without being abrasive with my words, in my own terms. And if I really trust them, I would dare to share this.
Nonverbal is also very big where I'm from, and I've shelter in it as a means of expression that can open a de-escalation process.
Sending sterilized hugs 😊
Musing about trauma
I have a lot of learning to do.