Why You Over-Explain (And How to Stop)
Excerpt: Over-explaining can feel harmless, even polite. But it often masks deeper anxiety or trauma. Here's why we do it—and how to express yourself clearly, without apology.
Now, let’s be honest—haven’t we all been there?
You open your inbox to a message titled, “Hey, just checking in on that blog post!” Suddenly, your chest tightens. Your brain kicks into overdrive: “Did I forget? Did they think I blew them off? Do they think I’m rude... or lazy… or worse—both?” Before you know it, you’ve drafted a multi-paragraph explanation of your hectic month. It’s a supremely hectic email.
This is what over-explaining feels like: a chaotic scramble to justify yourself,
