‘You were never meant to perform your way through every relationship. Here’s how to stop people-pleasing, start telling the truth, and find the kind of connection that actually fills you up.’
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I Was Surrounded by People and Completely Alone
“I can’t believe how busy my life had gotten. My phone was always ringing and my calendar was always full. I had friends, coworkers, church family, in a small group, neighbors, and family group chats. I was surrounded by people everywhere, at all times, in every direction.
And I was drowning.
Not because I didn’t love them, I did. But every interaction had become a performance. Every conversation required me to show up as the version of myself that everyone expected; the upbeat me, the encouraging me, the me who always had it together, the me who never needed anything from anyone (or I made it seem that way).”
In this episode, I’m sharing what social exhaustion really is, why you feel lonelier the more people you’re around, and how Jesus modeled something radical: not everyone gets the same access. Featuring insights from Dr. Henry Cloud, Brené Brown, Dr. Nedra Glennon Tawwab, and Susan Cain, anchored in Proverbs 18:24 and Jesus’ concentric circles of intimacy.
Social Exhaustion is Part 6 of 8 from The 7 Faces of Exhaustion™ Summer Series. If you’ve been canceling plans and feeling guilty about the relief, this one is for you.
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Joyfully yours with love,
Tina💖
A Gentle Note: I’m not a physician, therapist, or licensed counselor. I’m a woman of faith who’s walked through exhaustion and found her way back to joy. What I share here comes from my own journey and the wisdom of Scripture, not medical advice. If you’re experiencing ongoing fatigue or mental health struggles, please reach out to a trusted healthcare provider or emergency agency. What I offer is encouragement from one who’s been there, and a reminder that you’re not alone.💛
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