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I find my interpersonal relationships to be overly sensitive, and I'm reluctant to align with the opinions of most people.

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I find my interpersonal relationships to be overly sensitive, and I'm reluctant to align with the opinions of most people. By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

I feel that my interpersonal relationships are too sensitive. For example, when I communicate with others, I always pay attention to whether their eyes show any negative opinions towards me, and whether what I say might reveal my flaws. Since I was a child, I've had a strong sense of self-esteem and I don't allow myself to make mistakes, even if it's a small matter, I always take it to heart. Now that I'm entering society, I seem to have lost contact with the outside world and feel like I'm living in my own world, because that's where it's safe and without risk. I feel that my thoughts differ from others', and I don't want to follow the opinions and actions of the majority. I tend to be more extreme in my actions, because that's when people think I'm unique and awesome. In reality, I just want to express myself and get a good evaluation from others. What's wrong with me?

Genevieve Genevieve A total of 5735 people have been helped

Hello!

Good job!

You feel too sensitive about relationships and are willing to talk about it. I hope this will inspire you.

1. What do you think of other people's opinions?

You said, "I always pay attention to whether others have a bad opinion of me and whether my words will show my flaws." "I don't want to follow the majority. I always do things in extremes." Do you care about what others think of you?

How do you see yourself?

American psychologist Erik Erikson proposed self-identification.

Self-identity is also called self-sameness. It means knowing yourself.

It's a stable understanding of who you are and your relationship with society.

Once we understand ourselves, we won't care what others think.

Everyone wants to be liked.

It's hard to get only good reviews in real life.

People are different.

We can't make everyone say nice things about us.

Let go of other people's opinions.

Know yourself. Know your strengths and weaknesses.

2. About not following the majority.

Think back to when you first proved you're unique and wonderful.

Have you ever been praised like this?

Why not go against the majority?

Is it good to be extreme?

Will people like it?

How do you see yourself as different?

Sometimes, changing your mind can change your appearance.

It's good to think for yourself. It's also good to stand out.

We need to know we're not being different just to be different.

It means having your own ideas and not doing what others think is right.

Even if we're mavericks, we should learn from others.

This helps us adapt to society.

3. About living in your own world.

The world is one, but it looks different to everyone.

We all live in our own world.

We can also see the outside world.

We will connect with others and try to understand each other.

No one exists alone.

We can learn to accept ourselves as we are.

Perfection doesn't exist.

Be authentic to connect with others.

Take your time.

Just share these.

Read Growing in Your Relationships.

Best,

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Layton Thomas The essence of growth lies in the ability to transform setbacks into comebacks.

I can relate to feeling sensitive in social situations. It's like every glance feels loaded with judgment, and it makes me secondguess everything I say or do. I've always been hard on myself too, thinking any mistake would define me. Now as an adult, stepping into the real world feels daunting. It's easier to retreat into my own head where things make sense and there's no fear of messing up.

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Odin Anderson A teacher's understanding is a bridge that spans the gap between confusion and clarity for students.

Sometimes I wonder if this sensitivity is just a part of who I am or if it's something that needs to change. My whole life I've felt out of sync with others, like I'm following a different beat. I don't want to be just another face in the crowd, but at the same time, standing out feels risky. Maybe it's about finding a balance where I can be true to myself without pushing everyone away.

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Shannon Davis Growth is a cycle of birth, death, and rebirth of ideas and perspectives.

It sounds like you're carrying a lot of pressure on your shoulders, trying to be perfect and fearing mistakes. I think many of us struggle with wanting to fit in while also craving to stand out. The need for validation from others can be overwhelming. Have you considered talking to someone about these feelings? Sometimes sharing our thoughts can lighten the load and help us see things from a new perspective.

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Johnson Davis A person of extensive learning is a maestro, conducting the orchestra of knowledge with finesse.

Feeling isolated and different can be really tough. It seems like you're caught between wanting to express yourself and being afraid of how others might react. There's nothing wrong with desiring positive feedback, but maybe it's worth exploring what it means to value yourself independently of others' opinions. Finding a community that appreciates you for who you are could make a big difference.

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