Our Lion(ess) defense mechanisms.

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sheathedclaws
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I'm going through a bit right now. Despite that, the majority of my reflection the past couple days has been focused on reactions to perceived 'threats'. I know a couple Lions in my life - not too many, bit we clock naturally due to.. well.. our amazingness (😛 I kid!!!!) and share some similar reactions to harder times. I'd like to know if any others would like to share them as well that seem to hit Leos.

1. Sleeping wherever.
- I become too stressed to rest in the place of highest conflict, usually my home, so I'll curl up in the blanket in my car and sleep for hours in a parking lot in my car. I can fit comfortably anywhere and love doing this. I do it primarily when stressed though

2. Overindulgence
- Anything I can overdo, I will. Seriously.

3. Retail therapy
- I'll try to buy my way out of a bad state of mind

4. Overly concerned with image
- I keep myself looking good on a regular basis but when upset I spend way more time trying to rid every perceived flaw.

5. (Obvious one for everyone, tbh) exacerbation of any DSM IV symptoms
- any diagnosed mental disorder becomes extremely amplified.

6. Sorry, Leos- we've all done this...
- Become a bit whiny, pouty, and feel the need to be 'babied' a bit by loved ones.

I just woke up from a nap in my car 😉 lmao, I'll try to see if there are any others I missed. If you find that some aren't clear or understandable, how would you change it to better understand it?