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The Anxiety Caused by a Curious Absence of Anxiety: Notes from a Trauma Survivor

The Anxiety Caused by a Curious Absence of Anxiety: Notes from a Trauma Survivor

When your nervous system is confused by peace

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Crystal Jackson
Mar 03, 2023
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When your nervous system is confused by peace

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I cannot sleep. I’ve tried all the usual strategies — masturbating, listening to a Harry Styles sleep meditation on the Calm app, thinking that sleeping with Harry Styles might be better than either of the two aforementioned options, scrolling through my phone, and lying …

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