DiscreditCheck

“I started this new thing where I turn inward when someone’s behavior encourages me to lash outwards. But I just started a few minutes ago so I don’t have a success story yet. The thought came after I realized how far people will go to avoid taking solid advice. And that distance is usually created by discrediting the deliverer. Which is why I’m reminded of my ‘disorder’…anytime I speak an uncomfortable truth. This tactic triggered tf out of me…until one of the few people who have my respect, expressed a truth I didn’t want to hear. My initial response was to find fault so I didn’t have to listen. After I finally submitted, I had to accept that most of my triggers…come from me projecting my behavior onto other people.”