 You probably often feel left out, or find that the conversation runs away from you. At work and in your social life, you try to protect yourself against people who you think may hurt you. This may have happened in the past, and when you meet new people now you're don't always come across as friendly and open! On the contrary, you are usually on your guard, which others can sometimes interpret as being standoffish.
Why do you feel you have to be so careful? Is everybody out to get you? Have a look at your life, think about what could have made you so wary. Maybe you have suffered in the past and don't want to leave yourself open to such pain again.
It would be a shame to tar everyone with the same brush, people will start to think that you're cold and awkward, you could be denying yourself the opportuity to make new friends, when in fact you're a very sensitive person, with a warm, generous side. Think about your past, and every time that a "negative" person comes to mind, try to remember how you reacted. How did you get over it? What could you have done to prevent the situation from happening? Had you already been through similar things? By understanding how important your own role is in life, you'll be able to let go of your self-protective attitude and open yourself to the richness of human relationships.
|
Email this page to a friend
