06/02/2026
Some people don’t just care - they manage.
They track moods, soften words, anticipate reactions, and adjust themselves to keep others comfortable.
This often comes from learning, early on, that peace depended on your behavior.
So you became careful. Attuned. Responsible for feelings that weren’t yours.
But empathy doesn’t require self-erasure.
You can care deeply - without carrying what isn’t yours to hold. 🤍