“A lot of us have a trauma response of over-explaining and taking you away from what you're actually feeling.”

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The quote says that some people cope with trauma by talking too much and explaining themselves in detail. That habit can pull attention away from the real feelings underneath. It suggests that over-explaining may be a defense rather than true openness.

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Originally said in English.

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About Aimee Lou Wood

English actress and writer

Aimee Lou Wood is an English actress and writer. She began on stage before moving into screen work, and became known for her role in the Netflix comedy series Sex Education, which ran from 2019 to 2023. Her performance earned her the BAFTA Television Award for Best Female Comedy Performance. While working on Sex Education, she also appeared in the West End productions Mary Stuart, People, Places and Things, Uncle Vanya, and Cabaret. Her film credits include The Electrical Life of Louis Wain and Living. Her work spans television, theatre, and film, with comedy central to her best-known screen role.

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