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Feeling somewhat hurt by the scolding, how should I treat others' emotions?

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Feeling somewhat hurt by the scolding, how should I treat others' emotions? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

A 22-year-old girl, this morning I underwent a nucleic acid test. The class leader notified us to be there at 8:35 AM, but I was one minute late. Upon arrival, I saw that there were no classmates present, only the class leader was communicating with the responsible person. After I arrived, I stood next to the class leader trying to find my classmates, but I couldn't find any. The class leader pointed to the other side, and I replied, "Okay, thank you," then I walked over but couldn't see any of my classmates. A teacher nearby shouted, "Hurry up!" I nodded and moved forward; the medical staff ahead seemed a bit anxious and annoyed. This is how I completed the nucleic acid test. However, I felt a bit sad. Being scolded made me feel a bit hurt. How should I view this incident? How can I comfort myself? Should I separate my own feelings from others' urgency? It's their emotion, not mine. I was late, so I'll be more careful next time. I accompanied myself as the sadness surged in my heart, did some things I liked. Will the sadness fade away gradually?

Alexanderia Alexanderia A total of 265 people have been helped

We all have basic needs when it comes to human relationships. These include the need for acceptance, dominance and affection. You may have displayed two of these needs: acceptance and affection.

We all know that being late can make us feel afraid, anxiety/during-the-new-year-holiday-some-people-may-feel-idle-and-cant-help-feeling-guilty-2494.html" target="_blank">guilty, and anxious. We also expect others to be understanding when we're late. But when no one else is around, we might even compare ourselves to others and realize that we're pretty good at following rules and should even be praised for it.

But what you hear is the loud shouts of the teacher next to you and the impatience of the medical staff. This is very different from what you expected, so you feel unable to accept it.

Have you ever been in a similar situation in your old life? You did something wrong, you were scared, and the other person, who might be a parent or some other authority figure, criticized you right away. But you saw that other people around you made the same mistake and didn't care at all.

Do you envy people who don't seem bothered when they make a mistake and are criticized? Do you wish others could see your vulnerability and be more understanding?

If that's the case, you're an adult now, so try to be forgiving of yourself when you're not perfect.

From their perspective, you might be the first person in the class, but they've probably treated hundreds or thousands of people before you. They're probably pretty tired, both physically and mentally, and might not have the energy to care for you when you need it.

They might also blame themselves for how they reacted.

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Cassandrae Cassandrae A total of 976 people have been helped

Hello, friend! I'm the Way Back Home.

From what you've told me, it seems like something happened when you were late for the nucleic acid test that's causing you some emotional distress.

[Problem description and analysis]

It's totally normal to worry about being blamed by others when our behavior doesn't meet expectations. We all crave the appearance of understanding and tolerance from the outside, and that's okay!

It's like a little one who, after making a mistake, wants their parents' love and approval.

However, if we bring our expectations of our parents to our relationships with others in real life, we might be being a bit demanding on others sometimes.

As we all know, parents can't always be there to take care of our feelings.

[Mindshift]

In real life, if we focus too much on other people's opinions and judgments, we might find ourselves becoming a bit too consumed with our attention, a little cautious, and perhaps even a little afraid to take action. We might even stray from the original purpose of life.

Everyone is here on this earth to be their true selves and to bloom with their own vitality.

It's so important to focus on what you want (and what I want).

It's so important to work together with others to achieve the things we want to achieve.

People go through three stages, and it's so interesting to see how we all grow and change!

This is the stage where we want the world and others to be just as we want them to be.

Meeting other people's expectations (it's all for you)

The subject separation stage is all about distinguishing between what is my business and what is other people's business.

You see, it's all about focusing on your own feelings, understanding the feelings of others, and then learning to distinguish between what's yours and what's theirs.

It's like the wonderful process of a seed germinating, growing, and blooming!

As the questioner said, the questioner being late is the questioner's business, and what kind of reaction others make as a result is the other person's business. We can't control how others react, but we can focus on what's within our control.

And if the other person's reaction causes the questioner emotional distress, that is also something the questioner can focus on and work through.

It's totally normal to feel sad when you see how other people are reacting to you. It can even make you feel like you're being ignored or dismissed. But here's the thing: you don't have to take it personally. You can choose to let it go and give yourself a break. Just relax and focus on taking care of yourself.

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Grief is just a part of life. It's how we deal with disappointment. When things don't go as expected, it's normal to feel sad and upset. But it's also the path to rebirth with new hope.

We all need to feel accepted, in control, and loved in our relationships.

It's totally normal to long for acceptance. And if you want to have a good relationship with others, it's actually really important to accept them for who they are.

I think it's so important to remember that the original poster wants to be understood by the monitor, teacher, and epidemic prevention personnel. It's also possible that they're feeling a bit of self-blame, thinking that they should have been nicer to you at the time, and longing for your understanding.

So, just relax a little, take a look at what you want more, do what you want to do, and remember that all challenges serve what we want to do.

I really hope my answer helps! Best of luck to you!

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Zoya Zoya A total of 7693 people have been helped

You may feel aggrieved because you were only a minute late for work, which started at 8:35. You generally follow the rules, but why do your colleagues blame themselves? It seems that you feel that they are blaming you for all their problems.

As a result, you are experiencing feelings of frustration and sadness.

It is not uncommon for individuals in similar circumstances to experience a range of emotions, including sadness. I encourage you to acknowledge these feelings while also maintaining an objective perspective. By understanding the other person's emotions, you may find it easier to manage your own sadness.

The other party informed the staff of the scheduled appointment time, but the appointment was not kept. The doctor was understandably anxious at the time.

The doctor's time is limited, as is his energy. He is under significant pressure to complete the required actions and tasks within a limited time frame. However, everyone is late, and he is very anxious, which then affects you. You also feel sad and aggrieved.

I hope you can see how your emotions arise and how you, as a doctor, make choices. Forgiving or not forgiving is your own choice, but you are responsible for the consequences of that choice.

It is important to note that this is someone else's emotion, and they should not be expected to pass it on to you. However, it is your prerogative to accept or reject that emotion. By accepting that emotion, you became sad and upset. Had you chosen not to accept that emotion, he could not have hurt you. In fact, you chose to accept him, which exhausted that part of your emotion. This is why you feel so angry and upset.

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Omar Davis Success is not measured by what you accomplish, but by the opposition you have encountered, and the courage with which you have maintained the struggle against overwhelming odds.

I can understand why you felt sad and hurt after the nucleic acid test experience. It's tough when we face impatience or annoyance from others, especially in a public setting. But remember, the rush and stress you observed might not have been about you; sometimes people are under pressure due to time constraints or other responsibilities. Try to focus on what you can control—like being more punctual next time—and let go of what you can't. After all, your feelings are valid, and it's okay to take time to process them. Engaging in activities you enjoy is a great way to soothe yourself and help the sadness fade away.

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Felicity Anderson Forgiveness is a language that the heart understands.

Everyone has moments where they feel out of sync with their surroundings, and it seems like everything is happening too fast. In this case, it sounds like the environment was quite rushed, which added to your discomfort. It's important to remind yourself that while you may have been late, it doesn't define your worth. The teacher's urgency and the medical staff's anxiety were likely due to the need to complete tests efficiently. You've already taken a positive step by reflecting on the event and deciding to be more careful in the future. Keep doing things that bring you joy as a form of selfcare, and over time, the sadness will lessen. Trust in your ability to bounce back from this.

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Romero Thomas We grow when we learn to see the growth that comes from letting go of attachments.

Feeling upset because of someone else's reaction is completely normal, but it's also important to separate your emotions from the situation. The haste and irritation you encountered were probably not personal; the staff had many people to attend to and needed to maintain a certain pace. Acknowledge your feelings, but don't let them linger too long. You've recognized your tardiness and have vowed to be more mindful next time, which is a constructive response. Sometimes, the best way to comfort ourselves is to act on the lessons learned and move forward. Continue to engage in activities that uplift you, and you'll find that the sadness will gradually diminish.

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