Ever felt like you’re too serious for chit-chat, too awkward for small talk, or too deep to feel satisfied by surface-level connections? Yeah. Us too.In Part Two of Too Deep for Small Talk, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) keep digging into why small talk can feel exhausting and why craving depth is both a blessing and a challenge.This time, we spiral into awkward work chats, the weird relief of oversharing, and the ongoing search for spaces where you can be fully yourself — without feeling like you’ve “killed the vibe.”This time we talked about: 🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and still do): shrinking back after saying “too much,” zoning out in shallow conversations, or secretly longing for a heart-to-heart. 👀 What it looks like in real life: the pressure to perform friendliness, laughing at jokes you don’t get, or finding joy when someone finally dives deeper with you. 🧠 Why our brains do it: survival strategies, sensitivity, and the nervous system’s craving for safety and authenticity. 🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: oversharing then cringing, masking with humour, people-pleasing, or avoiding social events altogether. 🧰 Coping mechanisms: reframing small talk as a bridge, pacing vulnerability, and seeking out depth-friendly people and spaces. 🌱 How to make peace with it: Craving depth doesn’t make you “too much” — it makes you human. The trick is learning how to honour it without burning out.Thanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, audhd podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

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