“I’m scared a rat will jump out of the toilet”: women reveal 22 unexpected thoughts, feelings and habits that make them question if they’re normal

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Mental Health


“I’m scared a rat will jump out of the toilet”: women reveal 22 unexpected thoughts, feelings and habits that make them question if they’re normal

By Ellen Scott

5 months ago

21 min read

As part of the ‘Am I normal?’ issue, we asked 22 women to share the thoughts, feelings and habits that make them question whether they’re… OK. Then we put those worries to experts to get an answer once and for all. From fears that stop us from sleeping naked to unconventional food pairings, here’s what’s keeping us wondering…      


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