Taking Everything Personally? Time to Stop.

Do you take everything personally and internalize other people's choices?*Your mom doesn't like your new apartment. (What else could be going on here that isn't related to you?)*Your boss is always in a bad mood. (What else could be going on here that isn't related to you?)*Your boyfriend doesn't enjoy shopping and the same movies you do. (What else could be going on here that isn't related to you?)(Notice a pattern here with my questions? :))Taking everything personally is  a distorted way of thinking. Remember: you are not and cannot be responsible for other people's choices, thoughts, and feelings. (Whew, that'd be a LOT of responsibility!)Here is an article that explains more.