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To think some “independent” people are actually just afraid no one will show up for them?

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HyperIndependenceHurt · 25/05/2026 15:07

Hyper-independence is often just unprocessed disappointment.

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TellHerToFuckOff · 25/05/2026 15:08

What point are you trying to make exactly?

Strandas · 25/05/2026 15:08

I’m sorry you feel that way. Why do you feel nobody sticks up for you or supports you?

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