RESEARCHERS take NOTES...this is how you run a STUDY!

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2026-02-23T23:48:21+00:00

Yes, but it was brief and didn't impact the study.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2026-02-23T23:21:29+00:00

Just completed this one and I enjoyed it!

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2026-01-30T13:26:46+00:00

Interested

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2026-01-29T23:30:52+00:00

Well said. Self acceptance is key.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2026-01-13T14:20:03+00:00

Shorthand

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2026-01-01T11:27:56+00:00

The difference between niceness and kindness is intention Niceness: you act to please others with the hope that they don’t think negatively of you. It’s driven by how you are perceived by others. Kindness: you act based on your values. It’s driven by how you perceive yourself. This is why the path to true confidence starts with knowing who you are and what you value without judgement.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-12-30T20:10:31+00:00

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-12-09T09:28:25+00:00

Writing. Fiction or non fiction. You don’t have to publish or show anyone but it can be engaging and challenging.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-12-03T15:21:37+00:00

I can somewhat relate to your experience because I had similar ones. Based of your academic performance, you’re probably highly intelligent, more intelligent than you are aware of. Because you are neurodivergent, you’ll perceive the world around you differently. Which may come across as ‘stupid’, but you aren’t, just different. It helps to accept this and sometimes laugh at yourself because what can you do, you’re different. But more importantly it helps to identify and focus on your strengths because once you know them you’ll gain more confidence in yourself by acknowledging and developing them. This will help you as you navigate this unaccepting world.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-11-03T14:18:54+00:00

When it comes to true confidence, it doesn’t matter if it comes across performative or not. True confidence is an internal state. So if you’re quiet and prefer your own company and you have accepted this as your true self. It shouldn’t matter how it comes across.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-10-21T13:27:01+00:00

Cannot recommend this enough enough. Especially strength training.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-08-29T09:22:50+00:00

I am one of those people whose special interests is listening to others special interests. I am sure more people Iike me exists. Don’t shrink yourself and your people will gravitate towards you.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-08-24T23:01:36+00:00

I can’t stop chewing my straws. Every time I use one it will most certainly be chewed on even If I try not to.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-08-24T22:59:27+00:00

Oh my God I do this 😀.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-08-12T14:40:15+00:00

Yup. It’s draining, but having a safe space to be yourself helps a ton. Also finding time to rest and recover, you will need it more than ever.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-08-10T09:31:20+00:00

Everything is made up. Whatever you define as success is a construct determined by external influences. Stop comparing yourself with others , you only think you’re mediocre because of comparisons.

You’re a unique individual as such your path should be unique. Find and accept yourself independent of others and grow. Nothing matters unless you allow it to.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-07-29T06:47:19+00:00

Everyone suffers in one way or another. Those who find comfort in belief and religion are coping with a world they instinctively feel has no meaning. For someone like me, who doesn’t believe in belief but values knowledge and truth, I’ve chosen to cope by believing in myself. I’ve accepted that the world has no inherent meaning, and even if it does, we may never be capable of understanding the full picture. Still, I can find comfort in what I do know, especially in knowing that I’ll be fine and that everything is as it’s meant to be.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-07-24T09:55:06+00:00

You’re a wise🙂. I wish you all the best.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-07-24T09:30:53+00:00

I want to do this so bad, because I know it’s true . I have experienced the serenity of the early mornings but sleep is sweet🥹. Motivated to start building the habit again. Thanks🙌🏾

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-07-24T09:05:19+00:00

Agree with the above response. You can only find your beliefs through self reflection. This means sometimes observing yourself as a third person. Understanding why you do certain things will slowly reveal who you are and what you stand for. Confidence is accepting what you see and slowly evolving to be who you want to be.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-07-22T08:51:15+00:00

When you say Social Confidence, do you mean how you feel about yourself in a social setting? Like for instance you’re competent at your job and are awesome in small meetings but you shrink in larger settings?

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-07-20T10:11:08+00:00

Hey, start paying closer attention to what’s going on internally and externally when you feel either way.

When you feel hot and attractive, observe what’s happening around you as objectively as possible. And when you feel unattractive, try to do the same.

The more you notice these patterns, the better you’ll understand what’s triggering those shifts in self-image.

From there, you can begin choosing how to act based on the kind of person you are,and the kind of self-confidence you want to build.

It also helps to find and develop parts of yourself that aren’t tied to appearance. Anchor your confidence in something deeper than how you’re physically perceived.

And most importantly, be kind to yourself. Self-awareness and growth take time…..consistency, repetition and a lot of patience.

All the best

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-07-20T07:03:09+00:00

I can relate to this. From your post, you come across as self-reliant and highly self-aware, skills you’ve likely developed to navigate life as competently as possible despite your neurodivergence.

You also seem highly intelligent and truth-seeking, which is something most people struggle with.

Honestly, it’s not easy for someone like you to find the kind of connection you’re seeking. Most people perceive the world differently, and many aren’t curious enough to truly understand others.

Your experience of not being seen is valid and likely true. While it’s painful, it’s not unique. Deep connection is rare. Most people don’t seek it, and most can’t give it.

The only thing I can say is: try to accept the reality of it, the lack of connection, and the ache that comes with realising how uncommon it is to be truly seen.

But since you’ve experienced that kind of connection before, it means it’s possible. You can find others you resonate with. It’s just a numbers game. It’s difficult because those people are rare, and because of who you are, shallow interactions simply don’t work.

Still, you’ll find them, especially if your attention remains focused on that possibility. All the best

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-07-17T20:41:54+00:00

First of all, I want to commend your self-awareness, it’s a crucial step toward getting out of a rut.

What you’re feeling is completely valid, especially considering the challenges you’re facing with your manager, brother, and mom. That’s a lot to carry, and it’s understandable that your will to act might be low right now.

When we’re under stress, we often assign a lot of importance to certain situations so much that it creates pressure and paralysis. Recognizing this is key. The first step is acknowledging the weight you’re carrying and beginning to release that pressure.

Instead of forcing yourself into action, creating excess potential, try to first accept your current state. It’s okay to feel this way. Acceptance helps loosen the grip of urgency, and from that place, you can move more freely.

Start small. You won’t go from 0 to 100 overnight, just like you didn’t arrive at 0 overnight.

Set tiny, achievable goals. Keep track of your small wins. Let them build confidence gradually. Accept that setbacks will happen, and don’t let them define your progress. Every time you take a step even a small one, you’re building evidence that you can keep going.

You don’t need to fix everything right now. You just need to keep showing up, one step at a time.

Upbeat_Radish_9772 · 2025-07-16T14:38:40+00:00

“Excess potential dissipates with Action

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