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She also reveals why next weeks dramatic promo will all make sense.

I got to knowRachel [Recchia]really well, andEliza [Isichei].

It was really fun to be silly and goofy with them.

Kat on ‘Bachelor in Paradise.’ Photo via ABC

This is the time inParadisewhere things do start to get very intense, she says.

Everybody is just doing what they feel is right.

What made you decide to head to the beach this summer?

Jess, Kat, Mercedes, and Kylee on ‘Bachelor in Paradise.’ Photo via ABC

At first, I was a little hesitant.

It would just be something I really couldnt say no to.

Were there specific things you were worried about?

Just the vulnerability that comes with putting yourself back on television.

I was worried I would be in my shell, but that definitely was not the case.

I was fully myself in every capacity.

You and Brayden seemed to click right away!

He really makes you feel comfortable.

Its more like a friendship that youre building on top of a relationship.

You and Charity aregood friends.

Did you have any conversations about guys from herBacheloretteseason?

She definitely gave me a lowdown of how her life went during her season.

So, it was still their authentic selves.

But I will say that Brayden is not who I thought he was.

Was there something specific about Brayden that surprised you?

Im like,Oh my gosh, youre not that at all.Youre very unapologetic about who you are.

So I thought that was different but in a good way.

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.