If you were to ask my friends and family what I am, one of the words that would be on the top of the list would definitely be an over thinker. I’ve always been like this, and in combination with my paranoia it becomes an annoying trait I wish I could get rid of but it’s not that easy. Sometimes it’s as simply as checking whether my doors are locked 10 times over, whilst other times it involves me badgering my family with questions regarding an issue I’m worried over (even though there’s no reason to worry) until they stop responding, not wanting to repeat the same thing over and over. Sometimes this trait works in my favour, as it helps me to stay safe, but on the other end of the spectrum it also prevents me from doing things I may very well enjoy. When it comes to befriending strangers, trying something new, accepting favours and so many more scenarios, I’m always a little bit on guard even though I know majority of the time there are good intentions behind it. I don’t think this part of me is ever going to leave, but as I grow older I do hope I can find ways to manage it so it does not hinder other aspects of my life.