Absolutely — it’s so human to notice these sudden, insistent wishes surfacing during the strangest of moments. You might wonder, “What is it about those quiet lulls or spikes of tension that spark these desires?” If you think about it, our emotional and behavioral patterns are kind of like messages from a deep, wise part of ourselves, whispering—sometimes shouting—about what truly matters, what soothes us, or what excites us.
At the very heart of our experience as human beings is the basic need for protection—not just in the physical sense of locked doors and umbrellas in the rain, but also in the deep, internal longing for psychological safety. We all want to feel secure, both in the world around us and within our minds and hearts. This gentle urge for safety is universal; it’s what helps us relax our shoulders, take a deeper breath, and trust that, at least for this moment, we’re okay.
Every one of us carries the need to be understood—it’s just part of being human, like craving a cup of tea on a rainy day or reaching for your phone to find it’s right in the pocket you checked first (and second). Understanding isn’t just a luxury; it’s the glue that holds together our friendships, families, and even those tricky moments when words come out all tangled. Day by day, understanding helps make life softer, calmer, and a bit more illuminated—even when the weather outside is more “stormy drama” than “gentle background music.”
Yet daylight always returned, banishing such fantasies. I would find myself back in the rhythm of work, lifting boxes and memories with the same weary arms, trying to convince myself that the ache inside me was just muscle and not heart. It’s funny, isn’t it, how we often put more effort into a single gift for someone we love than we do into assembling furniture from IKEA—though both can leave us in tears when we’re finished.
Thank you for sharing such a beautifully honest and supportive message. Let’s build upon it, gently illuminating the importance of protection for your mental and emotional well-being and making the topic of seeking help—whether through therapy, medication, or supportive relationships—feel a bit easier to approach.
