Some days it feels like your thoughts just won’t let up. You replay conversations, worry about what might go wrong, or overthink every choice–even the small ones. You might catch yourself checking your phone over and over, second-guessing what you said, or losing sleep over “what ifs.” Maybe it shows up in decision making, in avoiding social situations, or in doubting yourself at every turn.

You’re living a life that looks “together” on paper but feels disconnected inside. Maybe you push yourself to get everything perfect—at work, at school, in relationships—always chasing a standard that never feels reachable. Your to-do list feels endless, and you’re constantly checking every box, yet it’s never quite done. Small mistakes can feel huge, and even when things go well, it’s hard to let yourself feel proud or satisfied.

You might find yourself saying “yes” when you really want to say “no,” constantly worrying about letting people down or being judged. You notice everyone else’s needs before your own, and it can feel exhausting—like you’re losing sight of what you actually want. You might feel guilty when you set boundaries or frustrated that your own needs never seem to come first.

Maybe thoughts show up out of nowhere—unwanted, upsetting, or impossible to ignore. You might feel driven to repeat certain behaviors “just in case,” or get stuck in loops of checking, counting, or doubting yourself. It can be exhausting, confusing, and even isolating, leaving you wondering if something is “wrong” with you. These experiences are more common than they feel, and they don’t define who you are.

Maybe relationships feel harder than they should. You might find yourself repeating old patterns, feeling misunderstood, or getting stuck in the same conflicts over and over. You push people away before they can get too close, or you let yourself get lost trying to keep everyone else happy. These patterns often come from the ways you’ve learned to protect yourself—old experiences, unmet needs, and internalized messages that shaped how you connect with others.

Life feels like it’s shifting all at once—school, work, relationships, moving, or figuring out who you want to be. You’re excited for what’s ahead, but also overwhelmed, uncertain, and second-guessing every choice. Some days it feels like you should have it all figured out already, and other days you’re just trying to survive the chaos.