It’s not attention-seeking. It’s connection-seeking. It’s a nervous system saying, ‘please see me.’
—MHN Original
Many cries for help are mislabeled as drama. This quote reframes emotional expression—especially in trauma survivors—as a need for safety, not a bid for spotlight.
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