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Mental Health Challenges
Derealization
Derealization
It's when your surroundings feel unreal or strange. The world looks hazy, like you're seeing it through fog.
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Derealization is a dissociative experience where your surrounding environment feels unreal or dreamlike.
Objects may appear distorted, colors may look faded, or time may feel warped. It's commonly experienced during panic attacks.
Derealization is temporary. Try telling yourself, 'This is just my brain's reaction — it will pass soon,' and focus on the sensory details around you. Mindy can help you work through these moments.
💡 Real-Life Example
'It feels like I'm looking at everything through a glass wall, or like I'm living inside a movie.'
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