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How to Deal with People Pushing Your Buttons
We all have buttons, those triggers that make us angry, frustrated, or overwhelmed. However, it can be hard when other people know exactly how to push them. Whether it’s a family member, friend, or coworker, it’s essential to learn how to deal with the situation in a productive way. Here are some tips on what to do when everyone is pushing your buttons.
Take Time To Breathe and Reflect
When someone pushes your buttons or says something you disagree with, it’s essential to take a moment before responding. Take a few deep breaths and try to think of the bigger picture — how will this matter in 5 minutes? Five days? Five years? This reflection can help you gain perspective and realize that the problem is not as dire as it seems in the heat of the moment.
Understand Where The Other Person Is Coming From
It’s easy to get caught up in our feelings and frustrations without considering where the other person is coming from. But we should be attempting to understand why they might be saying something hurtful or frustrating.
Maybe they are feeling anxious about something else, so they are lashing out at others for no real reason. Perhaps they feel insecure about themselves and take it out on others instead of admitting…
