The Sage Journal
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You Are Not Too Much: Why Big Feelings Aren’t a Problem
There are days when feelings arrive like thunderstorms—loud, heavy, and impossible to ignore. Maybe someone once told you you were “too much,” or maybe you’ve wondered it quietly to yourself, ashamed of the size of your sadness, anger, or joy.
But what if those big feelings aren’t a problem to fix… but a message to hear?
In this little pocket of reflection, we’ll explore what emotional intensity really is, why it’s more common than you think, and how to meet it not with fear—but with a warm cup of curiosity.