My partner said my constant self-jokes make it hard for them to comfort me when I'm actually struggling because they can't tell what's real anymore.
More people experience this than they realize.
You've blurred the line between performance and genuine distress so thoroughly that your closest support person feels lost.
“Where Are You with Self-deprecating humor?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.