That I make people uncomfortable and I'm not welcome.

I stay away.

Many times I have felt insecure about myself, feeling that I am not enough for someone or for myself eats away at me, but I always remember that I am an integral being, that I am a person who can achieve their goals and so I knock it down, thus I knock down my fear.

My biggest insecurity is probably feeling like I’m never doing enough—there’s always more I could be learning, creating, or improving on. It’s tough in the age of endless streams of success stories online, where it can feel like everyone else is miles ahead. I think a lot of us are constantly comparing ourselves, consciously or not, which can amplify those insecurities.

To deal with it, I’ve been focusing on small, daily goals. Just one step forward every day, even if it’s tiny, adds up over time. I also try to regularly disconnect from social media and limit the noise. It’s grounding to remember that everyone’s path is different and that ‘enough’ isn’t defined by someone else’s accomplishments.

Talking about this stuff more openly helps, too. Sharing insecurities has a way of breaking them down, and you realize you’re not alone. The more we normalize these conversations, the easier it gets to deal with them."**