Self neglect: What does it look like? Psychologist explains
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- From negative self-talk to suppressing our sadness and frustration, here are a few signs of self-neglect that we should be aware of.
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When we do not prioritise ourselves and our emotions, we end up neglecting ourselves. “Are you neglecting yourself and your emotions? If your emotions were not tended to enough as a child, you may have learned that your emotional needs aren’t a priority. Even if your emotions were cared for as a child, you might have learned to suppress them at some point,” wrote Psychologist Carolyn Rubenstein as she explained the signs of self-neglect.(Unsplash)
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Instead of addressing the difficult emotions such as sadness, anger and frustration, we choose to suppress and ignore them. (Unsplash)
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We usually avoid situations where we may require to be vulnerable, such as intimate relationships or deep conversations. (Unsplash)
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We tend to prioritise and focus on the needs and feelings of others, rather than putting ourselves first. (Unsplash)
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We do not focus on our own happiness. We consciously reject things that can bring us joy, relaxation and a sense of fulfillment. (Unsplash)
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