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Taking things personally
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Reading through your post I got the sense that you've spent quite a bit of time feeling unheard (like you mention at the end). I know there are moments where you can look at the situation logically and be aware of the fact that you're not alone and yet at the same time emotionally there's this uncertainty about what other's reaction will be to what you're feeling.
I also want to acknowledge how challenging it can be to reframe those thoughts that make you feel worse. It's pretty impressive that you're putting in the effort to understand a different perspective. I think it's okay that comments can still feel personal, it takes time for that reframing to become more of a natural response rather than one you have to actively work on. I hope you are able to be gentle with yourself as you go through this process.
I also hope you had a lovely Christmas too!