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Guilt, grief, anger are common negative emotions. Guilt can come from conflicts in relationships or from sadness. So what causes guilt? The following article will answer questions related to this issue.
1. What is guilt?
Guilt is a complex emotion that often occurs when you feel guilty towards others and can let yourself down.
Guilt can manifest in different ways, from day to day, sometimes also manifesting itself as anger and resentment. The person with guilt may not appreciate themselves or feel stuck, the stress makes them angry. Consequences can lead to losing your temper or uttering something you wouldn't normally do.
2. Causes of Guilt
The cause of guilt can be due to:
Worry and fear : After an incident, we often ask ourselves questions, for example “what would happen if I wasn't there?” at the incident? What if I make a mistake?”, because anxiety causes us to lose control of our emotions and feel guilty. Bereavement: People often grieve when someone dies, because it's really a loss. Many people will feel guilt because they feel regret and cannot accept the painful truth. Sin: This is very familiar to many people. Feeling guilty that you haven't done enough, should have done better, or just wanted it to end. That will become a vicious cycle that will not help yourself or your loved one. Sadness and depression: Every day, we have to deal with difficulties and pressures from work and life. Boring and stressful things often make us pay more attention. Over time, if not resolved, it can lead to depression.
3. What can you do if you feel guilty?
If you are feeling guilty, the most important thing to do is to focus, stay away from the things that increase the situation, and forgive yourself. You should:
Try to avoid focusing too much on the negative. Pay attention to the things you can control, such as planning for the future. When you have lost something, such as a loved one, pet or favorite object. That will make you very sad. Sometimes, you just need to cry because this is also a way for your body to release sadness. If you feel guilty because you didn't do well enough, don't try. Take it as a lesson, a motivation to get better every day. Look at the difference you make every day. When depression and pressure are too much, don't hide your feelings. Talk to friends or family who can actively support you. A therapist can also be an effective helper. You can be completely honest about your feelings without fear of judgment. Exercise and socializing are great ways to deal with sadness and depression. While they don't solve the root of the problem, they will reduce stress, bring energy, improve mood, and connect socially if you practice with others. Give yourself more time to rest, eat healthy, get enough sleep, meditate or do yoga. Focusing on the positive, a sense of purpose in your life, showing love to those around you In short, taking care of yourself is not only about the physical but also uplifting . Every emotion, positive or negative, counts. We cannot avoid good and bad emotions in life, let's accept and go through them easily. Let's put aside the guilt feelings and try not to act on them, stay positive, sociable, spend time with family, friends, community groups and activities that bring joy to others. self.
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Reference source: webmd.com