NC, wow! I think what you posted about the dissertation feedback is so insightful and really a good way to reframe disappointments/perceived slights/etc. in life in general. I too have long struggled with feeling less-than on some bizarre fundamental level that isn’t even my rational mind. My rational mind likes myself and thinks I’m doing a pretty good job at things, but there’s a mean doubting chimera inside me, who comes out less than she used to but is still there. Anyhow, I’m sorry I’ve been MIA for a while but I just wanted to say it’s inspiring how you handled it and are continuing to handle it. Cheers to you!
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