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People-pleasing can be a result of trauma. It’s called ‘fawning’ — here’s how to recognize it.

June 1, 2019June 1, 2019 Sam Dylan Finch 100 Comments

"I avoided those relationships where love was free and easy. Because it didn't feel 'earned,' so I didn't feel worthy."

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An open letter to anyone else he’s hurt.

September 6, 2018September 6, 2018 Sam Dylan Finch 6 Comments

In truth, his soul was hollowed out long before he found us.

Mental Health

A Psychiatrist Endangered My Life and I Was Afraid to Speak Out

May 31, 2015August 11, 2017 Sam Dylan Finch 15 Comments

Folks who have never struggled with their mental health seem to think of psychiatry as a quick and easy fix.…

Read More A Psychiatrist Endangered My Life and I Was Afraid to Speak Out

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Sam Dylan Finch. I’m a writer and wellness coach that’s passionate about queer joy — with none of the self-helpy bullsh*t. I wrote that thing about people-pleasing that you showed your therapist. I’m much weirder in real life.  ✨ He/they. More?

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