I really appreciate you sharing this! It’s reassuring to know I’m not the only one who feels that way when putting work out there. You’re right, it doesn’t completely go away, but learning to handle it better makes a big difference. I like what you said about not taking it personally when someone reacts harshly; constructive feedback usually comes from people who actually care, while people actively wanting to bash the game for the sake of making you feel negative says a lot about their character than your game. Investigating the root of the feeling is a good idea too—I hadn’t thought about how it might be tied to something outside the work itself. Thanks for the perspective, it helps a lot!
Have a blessed day! :)