To clarify, I harbor no ill will towards the other guy or anything, I just cannot work well with those kinds of people who were raised that way because I was punished for what he’s allowed to express and it triggers something in me. Hope this makes sense, sorry if I was rude

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Absolutely yes. Not the same thing, I’ve got ADHD. But as an AFAB person I was taught to keep my mouth shut and not show too much excitement. I will say if you’re feeling like that you probably are still dealing with some anger and sadness. If you can, I would def recommend talking to a friend or family member about it. Let it out man

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This is lowk my relationship. And I love them very much but sometimes I hate how I was punished for what they could openly express

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Like that time I saw a John Robison talk

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I get this so much OP. It’s not just with ND traits, either. I was a very quiet and well behaved child because the world made it clear from the first moment I could comprehend it that people’s love was contingent on me being so. Any self expression was embarrassing not just for me, but everyone around me, and that kind of shame is so hard to shake. Any time I see anyone being loud or expressing themselves I flinch for them, and can’t help but wish I could do the same

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YES

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