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How do I cope with being easily offended because I'm 'too sensitive?”

Profile: Brettlstar
Brettlstar on Nov 9, 2014
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IT depends on what you are being offended by. I would first look at what is being said and done logically. I would then compare your emotions to your logic and see if they match. Often people feel first then think later.... they believe they do anyway and this is called emotional reasoning. The other side to this is: Perhaps you are keeping company of the "wrong" people who do not care for your emotional well being. Again, look at it logically and even ask others if what was said would offend them. Come onto 7 cups and talk it out to get some clarity on the issue and then make up your own mind as to what needs to be done.
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Profile: originalSummer75
originalSummer75 on Sep 5, 2016
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See yourself as the one who always offend people and had to plead all the time, for forgiveness in so doing, you will know that to err is human but to forgive is divine
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 2, 2014
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Watch Ralph Smart on youtube he has great videos on becoming your greatest version. Much love :) & good luck
Profile: lightPetrichor34
lightPetrichor34 on Nov 6, 2014
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Different people are different levels of "sensitive", and it can also be dependent on the situation. On your end, maybe you could try to be more objective and see their perspective, but keep in mind it'd probably be best if they did as well. I've known people who've even come out and said sometimes they tell people they're "too sensitive" because they might not know how to deal with or feel about an issue or situation themselves, or it might just be a knee-jerk response. If somebody close to you keeps telling you this, you could try talking to them calmly about how being told you're "too sensitive" makes you feel, or how it might take away from having an actual conversation. There are better ways to indicate to somebody that you're uncomfortable with a certain topic or you disagree with them than saying they're too sensitive. Sometimes approaching things rationally won't work, and you shouldn't feel guilty about it. Some people just have different emotions, or are more or less emotional. If that's the case, you don't need to stop talking to them or being around them, but look elsewhere for discussions on the things they feel you're too sensitive about - you'll both be better off for it.
Profile: LadyAngie
LadyAngie on Nov 16, 2015
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Take a breath and remember that the person is I need of help and does not deserve prejudice. You would not want the same treatment when you are in need.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Dec 7, 2015
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Learn to deflect criticism by realizing that no one can determine your worth, your worth and value comes from you, right now you can choose to appreciate and love yourself for who you are.
Profile: NikkiHereToHelp
NikkiHereToHelp on Nov 14, 2016
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You are sensitive because you are human. If your to sensitive maybe try asking why and what the reason that subject hits you harder than others and find the true reason for the emotions and find help
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Apr 4, 2017
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This is hard to deal with. Try identifying what offends you, since identifying is the first step. Practice stopping and counting to 50 whenever you get offended. Talk it out with someone and explain how you feel for further acceptance. You could also try keeping a journal or even just venting on your phone notes app whenever you feel bad so that others don't have to suffer. Remember being sensitive is not all bad and could be really useful sometimes!
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jun 1, 2020
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You are you and you are amazing. Everyone is different and people should respect your feelings and emotions. When I am in a position where I feel sad or irritated, I try to distract myself to the best of my abilities. Distractions include cooking, cleaning, watching Netflix/TV, or going on TikTok. Seriously Tiktok can really suck you into a whole and you can stay there scrolling for hours. I have been called very emotional and very sensitive. Sometimes I wish I was not. But I love the way I am no matter what and people should too. Another thing you can do is let them know that you are not happy with what they say to you. Appeal to their emotions and let them know that they hurt your feelings and you want that to change. You can also avoid spending lots of time with those particular people. Negative people bring negative thoughts that just create more negativity. Spread positivity not negativity. I hope this helped! Good Luck :)
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Oct 29, 2014
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If the person offends you without them realizing then they probably did not mean it. So you shouldn't worry about what they had said and just set it aside.
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