Stressing over a friend’s disapproval? Upset over your relative’s rejecting comment? Furious about your co-worker’s insensitive response?
Your suffering isn’t because of them. It’s a direct result of the stories you tell yourself.
Her eye roll or his hurtful remark could reflect their feelings about you. But it’s easy to read into people’s reactions. Sometimes what feels personal has nothing to do with you.
This week, you’ll learn to deal with your emotions in a healthy way so it won’t color what’s true. Instead of hitting send on that text or email, read our top posts to help you stop brooding over what he or she did. It’ll give you the space to focus on you instead.
10 Signs You Need Some Healthy Distance From Your Parents
(Childhood Emotional Neglect) – You love them, and feel guilty if you didn’t spend time with them. But there are times when it’s healthier for you to be apart. Here’s how to know when it’s time to distance yourself from your parents.
It’s Not Lack of Empathy, It’s Resilience
(Of Two Minds) – When someone tells you bad news, do you switch into solution mode? This blogger says a life with mental illness has taught him to bounce back with resilience.
Coping With Extreme Emotions
(The Emotional Sensitive Person) – If you’re experiencing an extreme emotion, don’t take any action until you read this.
3 Codependent Traits That Breed Anger and Resentment
(Happily Imperfect) – You care more about pleasing others than taking care of yourself. If you are obsessed with controlling someone’s behavior so you can feel better, you may be codependent. Here’s how to recover.
If No One Told You This Today or Ever
(Weightless) – Secretly you’re waiting for someone to tell you these loving words. But you shouldn’t have to wait to hear this. Whether you’re struggling with your body image or insecurity in general, Margarita’s beautiful words will help heal you right now.
from World of Psychology http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2016/04/26/best-of-our-blogs-april-26-2016/
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