@presleypizzo.bsky.socialPresley Pizzo
'Projecting ≠ Overreacting
Sometimes we have a big emotional reaction to a small slight because it activates feelings from the past.
When this happens, you’re not overreacting; you’re reacting the right amount but to the wrong thing.
Your feelings are valid, but some of them are about the past. Punishing the person that reminded you of them will not heal them.'
I'll stop before I quote the whole thing but it's 100% worth reading - short and powerful.
Again the post is "Distinctions for Inner and Outer Conflict Resolution" by @presleypizzo.bsky.socialPresley Pizzo
https://partswithpresley.com/2025/04/26/distinctions-for-inner-and-outer-conflict-resolution/
Distinctions for Inner and Outer Conflict Resolution - Parts with Presley
I’ve been thinking a lot about conflict resolution lately, so I interrupt your usual productivity content for some short and sweet reminders for when your head is spinning or your relationship is fraying. Distinctions Stop the Domino Effect There are concepts that sometimes feel very connected but are actually distinct. When they’re not distinguished fromRead More
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