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Hi, I'm Kelly Shui, a heart exploration coach.
I've read your question very carefully, and I'm so happy you've asked it! Let's talk about it together.
[Too strong a desire to express oneself]
We all have a basic human desire to express ourselves.
I think you're a very prominent personality!
It's a great sign of vitality!
I'd love to share my personal understanding of the desire to express.
1. Strong language skills
It's a great way to get your thoughts in order and express yourself!
It's so great that both verbal and written output can effectively integrate the knowledge we already have!
This is also what people often say: input is important, and output is what allows us to understand what knowledge we have mastered.
And this is the basic principle behind Feynman's law, which I'm sure you'll find really interesting!
Through expression, you can connect the dots between all the bits of knowledge you already have in your mind and make sense of some of the things you don't know yet.
I think this is probably why so many outstanding people like to express themselves and deliberately train themselves to do so.
2: Energetic and outgoing
The questioner said that when chatting with others in the dormitory, someone shares a story, and you can always think of things that have happened to you or that you have seen. It's so much fun to share these things with others!
That's okay! You give people something to think about.
If no one in the dormitory speaks, it can feel a little quiet.
This is totally fine, don't worry!
The questioner is also a bit distracted, but they've never been one to interrupt other people's stories. They have great interpersonal skills, too!
So don't worry, just be yourself!
3: I often find myself playing the "leading role," but deep down I don't want to always let myself say so much.
The questioner here is a bit conflicted and torn. It's totally normal to want to be the protagonist and be noticed by everyone! In the past, there may have been times when they were not allowed to express themselves, and when they get the chance to express themselves, they will naturally do so.
And don't forget to let yourself be the star of the show! You've got this, and you'll find your talent in this area.
1: You can totally satisfy your desire to speak by pursuing a career that allows you to speak, such as a teacher or lawyer!
2: You should definitely go to some lectures!
3: You can write more, submit articles, and express all of your wonderful ideas!
How can I learn to control my urge to speak whenever I have something to say?
1: You just need to overcome this needless expression.
2: Show others respect and kindness, and share more if they want to hear more.
If the other person isn't interested, it's best to just move on.
3: Try to make sure you're not saying anything silly, and that what you say is interesting and makes people think.
4: Try to avoid one-sided interests, and think more about yourself. It's okay if these words aren't interesting to everyone. You can interact more with others and have collisions!
[Correct understanding of the desire to express oneself]
It's totally normal for teenagers to want to express themselves more during this time. It's also a great chance for them to share some information about themselves with the world!
It's also a time when we're eager to find ways to set ourselves apart from others.
Show your friends and family how special you are by sharing your unique personality with them!
It's so important to be yourself! Show the world who you are and what makes you special.
This is also a very important ability. For example, as we get older, many people become more and more quiet and prefer to be alone.
It's true that when someone loses the desire to express themselves, it can seem like they've matured. But it can also mean that they've lost some passion.
I love expressing myself too!
For me personally, it's like opening a door to my own life.
We also love sharing bits and pieces of our lives with friends, keeping up with our friends, and reading books, too!
If we don't hide our desire to share and our ability to empathize, we'll make lots of friends! And as the questioner says, we'll have great relationships with others.
For society, individuals form the masses, and the masses become society. If everyone is silent and lacks the desire to express themselves, there will be minimal heart-to-heart communication, which would be a real shame!
I wonder if society might eventually become a cold machine if we don't share our feelings and thoughts with each other.
I'd like to share an article I came across on Zhihu that I found really interesting.
"What happens to us if we don't get to express ourselves after we grow up?"
Let's take Van Gogh as an example. In the lovely movie "Loving Vincent," he sadly took his own life.
Why did he take his own life? It's a sad story. The essence is that the spiritual world he painted transcended the demands of the art market. In other words, he painted so much that no one understood him in that era. So, in his later years, he was destitute trying to make a living as a painter. Coupled with his deep love for his daughter, he was bound by morality. This led to excessive repression. He had no one to tell his pain to, and felt anxious and restless, which led to his suicide.
His death was tragic, but the good news is that people with sound mental health and personal integrity don't often find themselves in that situation.
It's so important to find a way to express your feelings. When you're feeling overwhelmed, it can help to talk about your experiences with others. We're all here for you, so please don't hesitate to share your thoughts and feelings.
We'd love for you to join us in our many communities and chat rooms on Yixinli!
We'd love to hear your stories and share your happiness!
And finally, I just want to wish you all the very best!
I love you, world!
Comments
I totally get what you mean. Sometimes I also find myself dominating conversations without intending to. It might help to try actively listening more, and maybe even jot down thoughts to share later so you don't feel the pressure to jump in right away.
It sounds like you're very engaging and that's a great quality! Perhaps setting a personal goal to let others shine can balance things out. You could challenge yourself to ask more questions about others' experiences after they share their stories.
Hey, it's wonderful that you're selfaware enough to notice this about yourself. Have you considered using nonverbal cues, like nodding or smiling, to show you're engaged? That way, you're present without needing to speak all the time.
Your enthusiasm is clearly infectious, but it's commendable that you want to refine your communication style. Maybe introduce a brief pause before speaking, just to consider if it's the right moment. Over time, this can become a natural habit.
I appreciate your willingness to grow in this area. A good practice might be to focus on the quality over quantity of what you say. This can lead to more meaningful contributions and create space for others to participate too.