The next time someone gets upset near you crying, yelling, breaking something, being pointed or cruel watch how quickly this statement will stop them cold: “I hope this is making you feel better.” Because, of course, it isn't. Only in the bubble of extreme emotion can we justify any of that kind of behavior and when called to account for it, we usually feel sheepish or embarrassed.
It’s worth applying that standard to yourself. The next time you find yourself in the middle of a freak out, or moaning and groaning with flu like symptoms, or crying tears of regret, just ask: Is this actually making me feel better? Is this actually relieving any of the symptoms I wish were gone?
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