Can I know if I'm insane, or is that for you to decide?

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This discussion centers on the subjective nature of sanity and the complexities of interpersonal understanding. Participants explore whether feelings of isolation and the inability to communicate effectively equate to insanity. The conversation highlights the paradox of self-awareness in relation to mental health, suggesting that questioning one's sanity may indicate a level of rationality. Ultimately, the thread concludes that the definition of insanity is ambiguous and varies among individuals.

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This discussion is beneficial for mental health professionals, philosophers, and individuals interested in the complexities of human psychology and communication.

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Am I insane because people don't understand me? Am I insane because people don't want to understand me? Am I insane because I don't want people to understand me? Am I insane because I can't explain my ideas to other people? Am I insane because people don't want to hear my ideas? Am I insane because I desire to think about thigs that for some reason, other people don't desire to think about? Am I insane when I separate myself from "other people", and ask questions like all of these?
 
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Isn't insanity a matter of definition?
 
Catch 22... If you recognize that you are insane... You are not insane.
 
you aren't insane, just this thread is.
 

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