yoo
What you’re describing is incredibly insightful — it’s rare for someone to reflect this clearly on a pattern in their life. What you’re noticing is this: You have a strong aversion to conflict and confrontation. You avoid speaking up early , because you fear the tension or upset it might cause. That avoidance teaches others how to treat you — sometimes disrespectfully or dismissively. When the pressure builds too high, you blow up , because the tension can no longer be contained. Afterwards, you feel shame and worry about relationships, but also notice that repair is possible , even when you feared it might not be. The key insight here is that the “blow-up” is a symptom of a pattern, not the root problem . The root is not asserting your expectations early and consistently . Here’s what you might consider changing — step by step: 1. Redefine what “speaking up” means It’s not about yelling or being harsh — it’s about clear, calm, early communication . For exampl...