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Some of us are sharks and some of us are minnows. However, some situations require us to be the opposite of what we are. But not all of us are able to do that. If we're a shark, we can only be a shark. And, if we're a minnow, then we can only be a minnow. But what if we don't want to be a shark or a minnow? What if we want to be robo-carp or a Histiophryne psychedelica? What then???

Defending oneself...

Just wondering if any of you have ever felt like this..... Constantly on the edge of your seat feeling the need to be prepared to defend yourself against any wrongful accusations. Unaware of when it will hit next. I really don't like that feeling. I know you're probably thinking that in some way I must be guilty of something, otherwise there would be no need for my worry. I'm not guilty. I do not enjoy living my life in constant defense mode. I'm not the battling type. Don't want to be, either. But, I can't allow for others to walk all over me, hence the need for being prepared and on the defense. Am I wrong here? Any thoughts? HAVE YOU FELT LIKE THIS BEFORE?