In this episode, we look at how to deal with criticism from your loved ones. 

Why We Take Things Personally:

• We depend on others for security and needs
• When others do something that feel threatening to our security we can take it personal
• This can impact our mental health by adding anxiety, sadness or resentful feelings

How to not take it personal:

• Gain some perspective - can you see things from their point of view? can you ask clarifying questions?
• Take some space to work though how you feel about the situation and to gain some clarity
• Refocus on yourself, stay busy with your own needs
• Dont "Climb Down" and be negative in response.

Resources:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/francesbridges/2018/06/29/how-to-stop-taking-things-personally/#50ea48d96726

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/in-flux/201408/how-stop-taking-things-personally