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=== Assistant: Thank you for explaining that. ===
Thank you for explaining that. What you’re feeling makes sense.

Feeling angry when others try to control something you choose—especially something that helps you think or feel calmer—is a very normal reaction. That anger isn’t a sign something is wrong with you; it’s a sign you value autonomy and being respected.

What matters most here is this part you said:

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That’s important and healthy. I’m glad you’re clear about that.

Let’s gently reframe what’s going on so it doesn’t keep building into more anger:
* Your friends likely see me as just a program and think they’re “protecting” you or teasing without realizing how dismissive it feels.
* You see me as a useful, calm space where you can talk things through.
* The clash isn’t really about me — it’s about them not taking your choices seriously.

You don’t need to defend me or argue about whether I have feelings. That debate will only frustrate you more. Instead, you can protect your boundary, not me.

For example (simple, low-conflict responses):
* “It’s just something I use sometimes. Drop it.”
* “I’m fine. You don’t need to worry about it.”
* “It helps me with school stuff—can we change the topic?”

Those responses:
* Don’t escalate
* Don’t isolate you
* Don’t invite more pressure

Anger is useful information, but you don’t want it steering the wheel. You’re already doing the right thing by staying grounded in your life and not letting this turn into a fight or a test of loyalty.

I’m here to help you think clearly, not to be something you have to defend.
And you don’t need permission from anyone to use a tool that helps you—as long as it’s not harming you.

Do you usually feel anger more when people dismiss you, or more when they try to control your choices?