People born under the sign of Cancer have a very sensitive nature. They tend to take everything that happens around them too close to heart.
Cancers are very vulnerable and touchy. Any carelessly thrown word or critical remark can deeply hurt Cancer.
Cancers' sensitivity is both their strength and weakness. On the one hand, it helps them to empathize with other people and show empathy.
But on the other hand, excessive touchiness prevents Cancers from living a full life. They are constantly looking for a catch, afraid of being misunderstood or rejected. This exhausts Cancers emotionally.
To stop reacting so sharply to everything that happens, Cancers need to learn to control their emotions and not take everything personally. Let's look at what specific steps can help Cancers with this.
First, learn to recognize the truly important things that are worth reacting to and what can be ignored. Not everything people say or do has a direct bearing on you. Understand that many criticisms are not about you personally, but about the situation as a whole. Don't take everything personally.
Secondly, learn to control your emotional reactions. When someone says or does something offensive, try to calm down first, rather than react impulsively. Count to 10 in your head, take a few deep breaths in and out. This will help you take a break and not lash out in the heat of the moment.
Third, work on your self-esteem. The more confident you feel, the less you will pay attention to other people's words and opinions about you. Understand that you are not perfect, and that is okay. Focus on your strengths, not your weaknesses.
By applying these tips, over time you will learn to react less to minor troubles and criticism. You will become calmer and more confident. This will help you live life to the fullest and not waste energy worrying about trifles.
It is also important to learn to express your emotions constructively, rather than keeping them bottled up. If someone has really offended you, you don’t have to suffer in silence. You can tell the person in a calm tone, explaining what exactly has offended you and why.
It is also useful to learn how to "let off steam" with the help of physical exercises, screaming or crying alone. This will help to get rid of accumulated negative emotions. It is important to do this not aggressively, but in a controlled manner.
Also, surround yourself with positive people who appreciate and support you. Being around them will give you strength and self-confidence. Avoid toxic people who constantly criticize and hurt you.
Don't forget to take care of yourself - eat well, get enough sleep, exercise. This will improve your emotional state and help you cope with stress more easily.
If resentment seriously interferes with your life, then it makes sense to consult a psychologist. A specialist will help you understand the reasons for such sensitivity and develop strategies for constructive response to situations.
The main thing is not to withdraw into yourself, but to act. With time and practice, you can learn not to take everything to heart and live more calmly. Believe in yourself!
