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UNWRITTEN RULES

UNWRITTEN RULES

Written by: Lili Marian
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We’re told that being “chill” makes us attractive — easygoing, unbothered, low-maintenance. But what if “chill” is just another word for “don’t have needs”? In this episode, we unpack the pressure to seem effortless, the emotional cost of pretending not to care, and why genuine connection starts when we stop performing calm.

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