In this episode, Molly C, Molly P, and Clarissa dive deep into the feeling of being "othered"—that sense of not quite fitting in, even among close friends or trusted spaces.
We explore:
✅ The fear of being too different—what happens when our thoughts, experiences, or intuition don’t align with those around us
✅ The connection between feeling othered and food behaviors—how discomfort leads to numbing or binging
✅ The armor we put up when we feel excluded—why we protect ourselves instead of reaching out
✅ The power of naming our feelings—and how vulnerability in friendships can heal deep-seated fears
✨ Big Takeaways from This Episode:
• Feeling “othered” often comes from historical wounds rather than present reality.
• Our shame thrives in secrecy, but when shared, it loses power.
• Authentic friendships are a space to practice saying, “I feel left out,” instead of shutting down.
• We all have parts of ourselves that we fear are “too much”—but often, those are the parts people love most.
• Belonging doesn’t come from sameness, it comes from being fully seen and accepted.
💡 Listener Reflection:
• Have you ever felt like you didn’t belong, even in a group where you "should" feel connected?
• What “armor” do you put on when you feel that way?
• How do you soothe yourself when those feelings come up?
💬 Final Thought:
We all want to be seen. And today, we saw each other.
❤️ Take Care of Yourself After This Episode:
This one was deep, friends. If it resonated, be gentle with yourself. Maybe take a walk, journal, or check in with a friend who makes you feel truly seen.
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