Good morning,
Host:
I have taken the time to read the post carefully and from what I have observed, it seems that this year has presented some challenges for you, particularly in your love life, career, and family relationships. At the same time, I have also observed that you have courageously faced your inner self and actively sought help on the platform, which will undoubtedly help you to better understand and recognize yourself and others, and make adjustments accordingly.
I would like to share some observations and thoughts from the post that I hope will help you to look at things from a more diverse perspective.
1. It may be helpful to accept and express our emotions in a reasonable way.
From the post, I can see that you mentioned your own setbacks this year, in your relationships, at work, and with your family. If I may, I would like to extend an invitation to you to give yourself a big, strong hug.
It can be challenging to navigate these challenges. For many of us, we may be able to withstand a setback, but for some, it can be more difficult.
However, repeated setbacks can sometimes be challenging to navigate. For the individual in question, they have demonstrated a notable capacity for resilience.
Despite the challenges you have faced in your career, you have demonstrated resilience in taking the necessary steps to move forward. Not everyone would be able to do that.
I believe that these qualities of yours will also be of great benefit to your future growth.
Perhaps it would be helpful to consider what we can do for ourselves in the present. One approach could be to try to accept your emotions and then express them reasonably.
Given the many challenges we've faced, it's understandable that we're experiencing a range of emotions. If I were in your shoes, I believe I would also feel a sense of disappointment.
We can therefore allow ourselves to have emotions now, and to feel a little disappointed with ourselves at this stage. Once we have allowed our emotions, we can also express them reasonably.
It may be helpful to consider that expressing our emotions in a constructive manner can often lead to a sense of relief. The host may benefit from attempting to express their emotions in a reasonable manner.
It might be helpful to express our emotions in a way that feels comfortable for us. You could also consider trying a psychological emotion diary, which is a way to record our emotions, feelings, thoughts, and so on.
As we write, we can sort out our emotions on the one hand and listen to them on the other. This can often help to relieve our emotions.
For you, it might be helpful to focus on taking care of yourself and your feelings. This could help you feel a little better and experience some warmth.
2. Consider exploring your own feelings.
The host mentioned at the beginning of the post that they were feeling disappointed in many areas of their life. I can relate to those feelings.
It simply suggests that if we are open to it, we can also grow in every aspect and make a fresh start. It's often the case that opportunities arise when we're facing the most challenging times.
You may also use this opportunity to grow in a comprehensive way. Then, we can discuss the emotional aspects together.
In the post, the host mentioned that I have been used as a spare tire in relationships, once from 2010 to 2019, and once from 2019 to 2022. I watched my relationship with a guy develop in a positive direction. I was optimistic that it was going to work out, and I was in contact with him until the second day of the Chinese New Year this year. However, on the third day of the Chinese New Year, he met a girl on a blind date and did not contact me again. By the end of the month, they had gotten together, and a month later they had gotten married.
I can appreciate that you've been through a lot and that it's been painful.
At the same time, we would like to discuss with you why you are the spare tire in a relationship. This is a very thought-provoking question.
I wonder if I might ask why a guy who was developing in a good direction ended up marrying a girl he had only known for a short time?
It is also possible that there are issues with the other person involved. However, it is important to remember that relationships are a two-way street, and both people have a responsibility to contribute to the relationship.
Perhaps it would be helpful to consider the reasons behind our current situation. We can reflect on our personal views on love and the external influences that may have shaped them.
For some people, being the spare tire in a relationship may be a result of a low sense of self-worth, which can lead to a lack of belief in one's own worthiness to be treated well or loved. This can often be influenced by one's upbringing.
In light of these limitations, I will refrain from delving too deeply into this aspect. It might be beneficial for the original poster to explore this topic further on their own.
3. Workplace
It would seem that the host has not received the care and attention that they deserve from their leaders and colleagues in the workplace. Perhaps it would be beneficial for the host to give themselves a hug to help them feel more at ease.
To help herself feel more at ease. It's just that in the workplace, many people have had similar experiences to the host.
It is possible that she may be the one who does the most work, but that she never gets any recognition or appreciation.
It is not uncommon for people in the workplace to react negatively to mistakes.
In the workplace, people tend to focus on their own tasks and responsibilities, which can sometimes limit their ability to engage with others. This reminds me of a story from Qingyin.
One day, she was in a bit of a rush.
She was wearing two different colored shoes and didn't notice until halfway through the day. Given her late arrival, she likely proceeded to work with a somewhat reserved demeanor.
She was mindful of her actions at work, concerned that her mistake might be noticed and teased. She spent the day in a state of worry.
By the time she got off work, however, it seemed that none of her colleagues had noticed that she had worn the wrong shoes.
Upon arriving home, she couldn't help but laugh. Her colleagues were also taken aback and inquired about the cause of her mirth.
She indicated her shoes, and her colleagues grasped her meaning. In the workplace, people are often preoccupied with their own concerns, which can limit their capacity to care for and support others.
It is also important to remember that when others are unable to meet our expectations or our own needs, we have the capacity to satisfy ourselves. As adults, we have the opportunity to take responsibility for our own lives and our own emotions and needs.
4. Conditional love
The post detailed the interaction between the poster and her mother, which seemed to evoke a sense of sadness in the poster. Based on the information provided in the post, it appears that the mother's love for the poster may be shaped by certain conditions. I'm curious to know your thoughts on this matter.
Perhaps it would be helpful to define what is meant by "conditional love." It can be described as a form of love that requires meeting certain expectations and needs before receiving love and kindness in return.
If I might suggest another way of looking at it, it would be like this: I give you an A, but you must give me a C in return. If you don't give me a C, then I won't give you an A.
If we have grown up with this kind of conditional love, it may have an impact on us at this time. For example, we may have a tendency to believe that the real us is not understood, not accepted, and not liked.
It is important to remember that we can only love our parents if we meet their expectations. However, when we are hurt, it is natural for us to crave unconditional love, understanding, and acceptance.
It is important to remember that while our parents may not be able to provide us with unconditional love and acceptance at this time, we can still offer ourselves these things. We can accept ourselves unconditionally and see ourselves with kindness and understanding.
When our needs are met, we may also feel better, which can nourish us. Of course, we can also seek out a suitable relationship.
Some relationships accept and embrace us, and such relationships can also nourish us.
I hope that these will be somewhat helpful and inspiring to you, the host. I am Zeng Chen, a heart exploration coach. If you have any questions, you can also click to find a coach for one-on-one communication and exchange.
I believe we can grow together.


Comments
I can totally relate to how you feel about time flying by. It's been a tough year for me too, and sometimes I wonder where all the days went. Disappointment has been a big part of it, especially with people I thought I could count on. It's hard when you put so much trust in someone only for them to let you down. Relationships are complex, and it's painful when they don't work out as we hoped. But you're right, love isn't everything, and finding value in other aspects of life is important. Work has been my anchor too, but even that has its ups and downs.
It sounds like you've had a really rough time with relationships. It's heartbreaking to be used as a backup and then discarded so casually. That guy didn't deserve your time or emotions. It's frustrating when things seem to be going well, and then suddenly everything changes. You deserve someone who appreciates you for who you are, not just as a placeholder. At least you found some stability at work, which is crucial when everything else feels uncertain.
Your story resonates with me because I've also felt invisible in certain relationships. It's disheartening when people take you for granted. The way that guy treated you was unacceptable. True connections should be built on respect and mutual care. Even though it's tough, focusing on personal growth and selflove can help heal those wounds. Work has been a bright spot for you, and it's great that you have a supportive environment there, despite the company's mishandling of the quarantine situation.
I admire your resilience in the face of such disappointment. It must have been incredibly difficult to watch someone you cared about move on so quickly. It's a reminder that we can't control others' actions, but we can choose how we respond. It's good that you found solace in your work, even if the company didn't handle the epidemic situation well. Sometimes, the best we can do is focus on what we can control and keep moving forward.
It's understandable to feel hurt and disillusioned after what you've been through. Being treated as a backup is never easy, and it's especially painful when someone you thought was different turns out to be just like the rest. But you're stronger than you think, and you've managed to find meaning in other areas of your life. Work has been a source of pride and purpose for you, even if the company let you down during the quarantine. It's important to remember that your worth isn't defined by others' actions.