Insult
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Dealing With Insult
Most of us have experienced it. Someone disagrees with us in a meeting, questions our judgement, or points out a mistake in front of others. Within seconds, the mind becomes disturbed and a wave of embarrassment, anger, or defensiveness appears. What is interesting is that the reaction often feels much bigger than the actual event.… Continue reading
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Vivekananda – Handling Insult and Criticism
When we are criticized or mocked, the nervous system responds as if we are in danger. The brain prepares for survival, not understanding. Adrenaline floods the system. Logic steps aside. All teachings are forgotten. The Ego’s Survival Error Swami Vivekananda explained this reaction long before modern neuroscience. The ego, he said, is a fragile construct… Continue reading
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