Hey @MDT ,
I read about your frustrating experience at work.
I guess when I was your age, I used to get to depressed over remarks and such like.... now, I'm seriously like, "Meh? Whatevz!". I don't let things get to me because I've learnt that letting things get to me means out of everyone, only I am getting upset. No one else probably cares that I'm upset!
However, that doesn't mean that your emotions and feelings are not valid! Of course they are! You have every right to be upset! Now, moving forward, what can you learn and do about it?
Also, your idea of cutting yourself from the world is an idea I fancied so much - in my mind. I longed for the day I could disconnect with the world and never have to face adversity. As years progressed, esp with COVID, I've learnt to understand the importance of relationships, connectedness and belonging.
For people to grow, they need people. That's right, awesome peopel to be around, yet also people to rub them up the wrong way - that's simply a part of life.
I remember travelling overseas once, and while watching a doco on the plane, I clearly remember the ending:
"If you want to get somewhere quickly, go alone. But if you want to get far, go together."
This has always stuck with me. Only now, I am learning to embrace the ups and downs of being with people. Of course it would be easier if there was no one to cross, but that also means there will be no chance of feeling connected to people. What do you prefer?
Whatever it is, people are social beings. Now what we do with that understanding it entirely up to the individual.
All the best @MDT ,
BPDSurvivor
@ArtistZ @Former-Member @wellwellwellnez @Meowmy
