You aren't selfish for needing time alone.

Selfishness comes from a place of not wanting to do things for others.

It's an active feeling—not an action.

Selfishness is a pattern of self-centered decisions.

It must repeat to be true selfishness—not an individual "no thanks."

Self-preservation comes from a place of needing to help yourself.

Selfish people do not need help because they always give it to themselves.

Selfless people, however, never seem to have enough help.

Self-preservation varies day-by-day based on your needs.

Self-preservation isn’t really a pattern.

It’s not predictable or ready-made, even with a solid routine.

Neurodivergent people aren't fucking selfish.

We just need way more self-preservation than you're used to.