Figments of Creativity

Figments of Creativity

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Figments of Creativity
Figments of Creativity
When being around people feels like too much
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When being around people feels like too much

A reflection on loneliness, overwhelm, and learning to protect your energy.

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Lilian Santini
May 11, 2025
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When being around people feels like too much
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Lately, I’ve been feeling lonely, but at the same time, I don’t really want to be around people.

I still connect online. I post, I reply, I stay in touch. That part of me feels intact. But in person, everything feels louder. Small talk is harder to fake. Crowded places make me tired. Even casual catch-ups leave me needing time to recover.

This is new for …

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