Quote: I also have an acute aversion to saying anything at all when I think the conversation is all about stating the obvious, and instead of just making easy conversation I can appear "strained and formal," like I'm "above" the conversation or that I have nothing to say. It's something I've been working on with my T in the context of my social anxiety (and perfectionism and self-judgment).
It's good that you're working on what's yours, but be careful about taking too much to heart. I'd guess that S's "strained and formal" accusation is something of an exaggeration. He has his view, but it is one person's view, not "reality," whatever that is.
All in all you have been bringing good news 'round here lately. To build on the recent positives, how about "keep doing what's working?"
Thanks,
K
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