Attention Seeker?
Added 2023-05-29 14:23:12 +0000 UTCI posted a TikTok recently talking about “attention seeking.” Have you ever been called an attention seeker?
I’ve been learning that what is often called “attention seeking” is actually connection seeking. We’re wired for connection. We need to be connected to ourselves and others in healthy community and relationships. When those connections aren’t strong, we tend to reach out for reassurance, care, and attention. It’s natural.
The breakdown comes when we seek connection in unhealthy ways. But that’s a different topic. 😁
Learning to seek connection with people in positive ways is an important part of my growth. As it turns out, sometimes a sexy selfie in the middle of the night is so much less about “attention” than it is connection.
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