Afraid to Let Anyone Near?Rehearsal Studio for the Lonely Expat
You stand on a crowded subway in Tokyo. A stranger’s palm against your back makes your chest squeeze. You flinch, trapped in your own body.
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On this page, you can try our innovative AI twin tool — a personalized companion in the Rehearsal Studio, for expats who flinch at touch.
Safe Touch Rehearsal
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Welcome to The Rehearsal Studio. We’ll practice safe touch at your pace. Tell me what kind of contact feels hardest right now.
Why Practice in The Rehearsal Studio
COPYMIND’s Rehearsal Studio lets you simulate gentle touch before trying it in real life. Your AI twin guides each step without judgment.
Judgment-free Space
Here, your reactions shape the pace. No one judges you for pulling back.
Gradual Exposure
Small rehearsals reduce your body’s alarm. You choose the intensity and speed.
Build Confidence
Repeated practice with your AI twin rewires your body memory. Touch loses its sting.
The Agony of Flinching at Touch
Every time someone brushes against your arm, your chest tightens. Your stomach drops. You step back without thinking.
As a new expat, you crave connection but fear physical closeness. You avoid handshakes, hugs, even high-fives at weekend gatherings.
You pretend you’re just shy. Inside, you feel exposed and alone. No one sees the tremor in your fingers when a friend reaches out.
The Rehearsal Studio: Practicing Safe Contact
Rehearsing touch in a safe, virtual space rewires your body memory. You start small—imaginary taps, brief brushes.
Your AI twin mirrors your reactions, slowing down or speeding up based on your comfort. Each session resets your nervous system, chipping away at that instant recoil.
Over time, what once felt like a shock becomes manageable. Soon, a real hug won’t send your pulse racing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Rehearsal Studio
COPYMIND is 100% private and encrypted. No human will ever read your session or notes.
Rehearsal is a proven technique. Using an AI twin feels odd at first but offers a controlled way to rebuild trust in your body.
This is a stepping stone. You’ll move to real interactions when you feel ready, without skipping essential small steps.
Yes. Gradual exposure retrains your nervous system. Many expats report feeling calmer and more open to touch after just a few sessions.
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