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What do you do if someone hurts your feelings?

Whenever I get my feelings hurt I end up keeping it to myself. Should I tell the person or should I try to avoid conflict by not telling them?
Convivial · 26-30, F
I think it depends on how important that person is to you and how often it happens.

Totally different if a random stranger doesn't like your dress sense compared to your SO constantly being critical
Umile · 41-45, F
Depends on you.

I go three ways.

Avoid, ignore or address.

Avoiding is best. Hear no evil, see no evil.

Ignore. Hurts and doesn't get anything done.

Address. Deals with it. Straight. The thing is, you have to be strong enough to deal with the consequences.

And if they're bright enough to come to a compromise, y'all can set boundaries and it's smooth sailing from there.
DeWayfarer · 61-69, M
I'm extremely tolerant to begin with. I just don't get hurt by anything simple.

Heck, I have yet to block anyone on this site since 2016! 🤷🏻‍♂️

Hurt is a matter of perspective. Words never hurt me. Actions have.

It's harder for anyone to do actions against anyone online. Not impossible though.

I did have to block someone on another site before I came here. Their actions made it impossible for my friends.

I'm definitely not submissive, nor overly aggressive. I must have strong reasons for even actions to hurt. Multiple friends where involved when I finally did block.

So what do you do? 🤷🏻‍♂️

That totally depends on your perspective as well as your own circumstances.

I certainly doubt you're like me. I never would have brought up this question without further details.
I think it depends on who the person is to you and ultimately what you want from them.
@wheretheuniverseresides @Umile
If the question is asked, I assume they are close. 🖤🖤🖤
@DarkHeaven The question was asked and I did not assume the same ✨ some people are sensitive (which I understand and even relate to) but not all relationships require the same attention.
I don’t tell them but if I could I might find more peace within I think
Umile · 41-45, F
Umile · 41-45, F
Matt85 · 36-40, M
Lately, complain.

in10RjFox · M
First avoid or reduce interaction with the person. It's like on purpose looking for trouble and end up beaten.

If the person is important part of life, then go for indirect communication and not direct, like messaging or leaving a note etc. Avoid calling the person or asking or answering direct.
Tell them with I feel statements. Such as… I feel really bad when you say those things about me. I don’t know what you mean but I feel really sad and it makes me question my worth as person.

And then just be quiet and let them talk. It’s not about assigning blame but about how their words make you feel.

Never you did. Always I feel. Be well.
Sleepysheep · 26-30, M
Dunno I’m usually first to throw hands over words. But if I stopped to think I’m sure I’d say don’t give ‘em a chance to slip a quick one in on you.

The only people who can really betray you is your friend because your enemies At least let you know what it is from the gate.
Honestly, I used to hold it to myself when I was younger. Although now being older...fuck it. You deserve respect and tell that person. Be respectful but you deserve to be heard. If they don't like it. Good riddance.
Umile · 41-45, F
@Goldengirl22 i like your style
I think about it for a bit, and consider whether what was said had any merit. I don’t see the point in talking to the person about it unless we’re close.
Umile · 41-45, F
@Colonelmustardseed A strong mentality. Nmh. No need to question.
riseofthemachine · 41-45, M
You have 2 valid points in the question/answer you asked .
When someone hurts the resentment can be like a vice scripts inside your mind , meaning you can hold onto it to hurt yourself more .
Letting go of it( very hard tho ) is the only answer cause when I hold onto it your the one that gets sick .
I wouldn't confront them . You'd get a wrong answer off them .
I confronted a person once over a situation that was very toxic . She denied it and I got a nervous breakdown for a year and half over it .
NEVER CONFRONT THEM IF THERE SICK .
See there hurting . Did you ever hear the same " Hurt people hurt "
That's your answer .
For your own peace of mind .
Mudkip · 31-35, M
I hardly get mine ruffled, much less hurt. But you should at least voice your concerns.
LilPrincess · 41-45, F
Keep to myself or I snap back...just depends on who and what happened
Umile · 41-45, F
@LilPrincess i can feel you on that one
lonelyloner · 31-35, F
forgive him/her and just ignored as I knew I can't rectify the situation
LemonWorld · 36-40, F
I tell them and usually get laughed at and told I'm too sensitive 🎉
Umile · 41-45, F
@LemonWorld Not a nice feeling. And not a good situation to be in.

Address it or avoid it. They don't have to be in your presence.

The ball is in your court.
Eventually have to deal with conflict
Umile · 41-45, F
Misakiayuzawa · 26-30, F
| I am the kind of person who use to avoid conflict. But I always say my opinion.
Then you can talk to them. If you can’t be honest with them, then that is not the place from you. That is what I learnt in like 10 years.
ABCDEF7 · M
What is more important is that what you have learnt from that experience, and how you are going to use that to maker your life experiences better in future.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEsXRp_3TAU
Musicman · 61-69, M
I learned a long time ago to keep smiling and never let them know they hurt you or they will keep doing it. You can be mad, sad or cry later when you are alone.
smiler2012 · 56-60
@kpopnumb1fan33 🤔if somebody has offended you 🤷‍♂️maybe not on purpose and you feel aggrieved about it i think you should say something .
AngelKrish · 26-30, M
Tell them throw it out of yourself so u had nothing to keep in...
TheFragile · 46-50, M
Ask them why they hurt me and if it was intentional or not.
usually stop having feelings
Donotfolowme · 51-55, F
Let them know
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DerSilberneKonig1 · 22-25, M
@Umile Exactly. I've found being passive but ready and willing works wonders in a lot of situations
Umile · 41-45, F
@DerSilberneKonig1 care to expand on that ?
DerSilberneKonig1 · 22-25, M
@Umile I usually don't act until someone does something first, then its pretty much all or nothing

 
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