Anxious About Others' Opinions, These Are 5 Solutions To Calm Your Mind

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JAKARTA - Wanting other people to like and respect you is normal. But worrying too much about other people's opinion about you can damage your mental health.

So, how can you get away from other people's concerns about your views on you? Here are some tips you can try.

Adapted from Psych Central, Wednesday, May 29, good or bad, people's assessment is a natural part of social interaction. So, there's nothing to try to avoid it. All you can do is prepare yourself so that others can express their opinions. Assume that other people's perceptions are exercises so that you can ignore incoming criticism.

Although it cannot control the way other people look at you, worry and anxiety about it can be reduced. The trick, by practicing mindfulness techniques, namely the practice of staying in today's place and realizing and accepting what was felt at that time. Mindfulness techniques can help overcome unwanted feelings and anxious thoughts. Mindfulness can be in the form of meditation, yoga, and breathing exercises.

Perfection is impossible, so it's worth it. Especially if you think about the opinion of people who only judge you from the mistakes you make. Remember that whoever thinks you are bad for making a small mistake, he himself has also made mistakes.

In addition, making mistakes in the workplace or in private relationships can be an important part of self-development. Consider it an opportunity to learn to be human.

In order to live a calmer life, try not to read other people's thoughts. The researchers found that people who are most able to adapt and are emotionally stable have at least the insight into what people think about themselves. This is an indication that it is constantly worrying that the opinions of others are not only stressful but also not helpful in the progress of life.

Caring for what other people think is natural. But there are opinions from some people that need to be considered and some should be ignored. For example, family members who convey your behavior have a negative impact on them, or superiors who criticize your work. You need to consider these inputs. Meanwhile, the opinions of foreigners who complain that you are less smiling, should not be listened to.

Frequent friends and family members can have a bad impact on your mental health. Because knowing a loved one has a negative opinion on you is very painful.

Developing relationships with people who accept who are actually and people who are supportive and willing to express their opinions, although sometimes they can be a little 'trial' is very important to maintain mental health.