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Originally Posted by Flexi-Girl
But having said that, I suspect it's nearly impossible to not be affected by what others say even if it's only on a subtle level.
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It is very possible.
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Originally Posted by Flexi-Girl
Also I don't believe it's the words that people say that hurt, so much as the intent behind the words.
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1. A dog barks at me. 2. I laugh and love. The real and actual degree of hurt involved depends entirely on whether I focus on #1 or #2. Likewise the relevance of your "intent" argument. If I only concern myself with responding in a loving way -- that which I am responsible for -- that puts a quick end to any "intent" concerns and worries.