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.