> Signaling desperation attracts predators far more often than it attracts real friends. I think this can depend on your situation and the type of people who y

> Signaling desperation attracts predators far more often than it attracts real friends. I think this can depend on your situation and the type of people who you have around you. I'd be tempted to slightly nuance this as: "Signaling desperation can attract predators more often than it attracts real friends." This may not be the case for some, and personally I wouldn't want a universal message of "don't signal desperation" to be heard. I do accept it will depend on whether those around you have your best interests at heart and will provide support, or whether you're in a situation where more caution needs to be taken (which I guess may reflect the situation you were in). That said, I agree with many of your other points and I'm very happy for you that you seem to have moved past some of your struggles, to the point that you are now able to write this very thoughtful and valuable advice for others going through the same things! Edit: typo