I have parts that just want to die because those part’s knee jerk reaction is to cringe (fear, unsuredness, embarrassment: all feelings parts raised up on) because they grew up not knowing how to deal with life, especially when it comes to dealing with other people. They are easily embarrassed or shamed and just want to give up. But being more grown up, we have learned to swallow hard and step forward and deal with real life issues with other people’s behaviors- but to always be aware of our own outward appearance.

I acknowledge the inner feeling...but it’s just a feeling that we comfort and reassure that we got this.

Maybe more looking forward then inward would help?