Rita had spent many years moving through life quietly, often convinced that she should take up less space than others. She tended to lower her voice in conversations and hesitate before expressing opinions, even in situations where her input mattered.
Over time, this pattern became familiar to her. It was not caused by a single moment, but rather shaped by repeated experiences and subtle messages she absorbed. Without fully realizing it, she began to associate visibility with discomfort.
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