Why are we ashamed of others and what to do about it: psychologists tell

17.04.2024 15:34

Many people are familiar with the concept of the so-called Spanish shame.

Spanish shame refers to a shameful attitude towards the actions of other people.

Why does this phenomenon occur and does it harm our psyche?

The second part of our material provides a detailed answer to this question.

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Empathic people or hyper-responsible individuals tend to feel ashamed for other people.

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In addition, Spanish shame is typical for people with low self-esteem and those individuals whose personal boundaries are significantly violated.

What to do with Spanish shame? First, you have to accept that the problem exists.

Next, you need to eliminate the irritant as quickly as possible and try to relax. Understanding that you are not responsible for other people can help you relax.

Earlier we talked about four phrases that are guaranteed to put any energy vampire in their place - use them in case of urgent need.

Author: Margarita Sadkovskaya Editor of Internet resources