Listen "Episode 14: How to Stop Taking Things Personally (Emotional Intelligence)"
Episode Synopsis
We spend so much time worrying about what others think of us. We feel pain or anger when someone uses the wrong words or says something that we perceive as hurtful.
Why do we take other people's points of view so personally? Because we are afraid of not being accepted and being unworthy.
A few years ago, I read a book that was life-changing. This book is called The Four Agreements, by don Miguel Ruiz. It was written about four principles by which the author believes we should all live. If we did so, we would have a much more fulfilling, happy, drama-free life. Not surprisingly, the second of the Four Agreements is "Don't Take Anything Personally." Per the author, "When we hear an opinions of others and believe it, we make it an agreement, and it becomes a part of our belief system."
By making this an agreement (and taking things personally), we are essentially allowing others to make decisions on who we are and what we are worth.
If you have been told that you are "too sensitive," or are quick to feel hurt or anger toward others, listen up. Settle in for a chit chat with me, and let me be your humble guide on how to stop taking things personally using simple steps.
Why do we take other people's points of view so personally? Because we are afraid of not being accepted and being unworthy.
A few years ago, I read a book that was life-changing. This book is called The Four Agreements, by don Miguel Ruiz. It was written about four principles by which the author believes we should all live. If we did so, we would have a much more fulfilling, happy, drama-free life. Not surprisingly, the second of the Four Agreements is "Don't Take Anything Personally." Per the author, "When we hear an opinions of others and believe it, we make it an agreement, and it becomes a part of our belief system."
By making this an agreement (and taking things personally), we are essentially allowing others to make decisions on who we are and what we are worth.
If you have been told that you are "too sensitive," or are quick to feel hurt or anger toward others, listen up. Settle in for a chit chat with me, and let me be your humble guide on how to stop taking things personally using simple steps.
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