The Life and Times of Indigo Stone
Writing, Editing, Publishing
The Life and Times of Indigo Stone
Writing, Editing, Publishing
Jealousy is a very destructive and toxic emotion another person can have for you. It can feel illogical and persistent if you are dealing with someone who does not know how to assertively communicate their challenges. However, there are strategies you can use to navigate. Here are the next four out of six tips.
No matter what you look like, no matter the money you earn, no matter the home you live in, no matter your challenges – you will meet people in this life who are jealous of you. These jealous people may be family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, etc. But their assumptions about you and your life can cause you persistent disruptions if you do not learn how to manage them.
Overthinking is your mind trying to remember something important to you or solve a problem. The level of importance is subjective. What is important to you might be small and insignificant to someone else. One of the best ways to manage overthinking is to write down what is bothering you.
Depending on who you talk to, one in three adults feel lonely at least once a week. Loneliness is an epidemic that has not returned to the low pre-pandemic levels. People who have a partner also report being lonely due to a lack of connection and/or shared activities.
If you find someone or a group of people who motivate you and encourage you, maintain the connection. During this time of division, it is very difficult to find another person that sees you for you and understands you and wants the best for you. If you find this person, do whatever it takes to maintain the connection and grow the connection within reason.
In this life you need to know how to be your own best friend, lover, and cheer leader. Never be codependent on others for your happiness. If you are able bodied and can work, do not be codependent on others for your food, shelter, and clothing. Learn how to navigate life with healthy adult coping strategies that do not require you to be a burden to family, friends, or co-workers. It is okay to have relationships where you occasionally confide in others, but do not use other people as a crutch. Learn how to sit in silence and be alone with yourself. When you develop self-love and self-respect, you can do this without feeling a sense of lack.
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