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Why do I dwell on an embarrassing situation for so long?

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Why do I dwell on an embarrassing situation for so long? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

One morning when I was leaving the house, I saw someone talking to someone else. I thought they were talking to me, so I answered, but it turned out they weren't asking me anything. I felt my face turn red. It was a minor thing, but I can't get it out of my mind. It's been half a month now, and every night before going to sleep, it comes back to me, and I feel my face heating up even when I'm alone. Do you think I have a mental illness?

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Silas Miller We grow as we learn to handle stress and pressure.

Oh, I can totally relate to feeling embarrassed about that kind of mixup. Happens to everyone sometimes. It's probably just a case of overthinking it. Try not to let it bother you so much.

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Karen Thomas Growth means change and change involves risk, stepping from the known to the unknown.

It sounds like a simple misunderstanding that anyone could have. Maybe writing down your feelings will help you process and move past it. Don't be too hard on yourself.

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Whitney Anderson Growth is a continuous process that never stops.

Sometimes we dwell on things more than we should. This seems like a common social slipup rather than a sign of mental illness. Just give it time and it'll likely fade from your thoughts.

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Artemis Anderson Maturity is achieved when a person accepts life as full of tension.

I wouldn't jump to conclusions about having a mental illness. It might help to talk this over with a friend or family member who can provide some support and perspective.

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Ellen Miller Success is a combination of hard work, tenacity, and the ability to rise from failure.

Embarrassing moments stick with us longer than they should. Perhaps focusing on positive experiences can help shift your mind away from that incident. Try some mindfulness exercises.

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