Ouch buttons
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People can unintentionally push others' emotional buttons through their words and actions. Common buttons that can make people feel devalued include being constantly challenged or questioned, which undermines their confidence; being micro-managed, which implies a lack of trust; and being patronized or talked over, signaling a lack of respect. While hurtful, addressing button-pushing tactfully can help educate others and prevent future issues.
Ouch buttons
- 1. People push buttons, your buttons. And there are those who have no idea that they have just pushed your button. We will assume they mean well. They think they are being encouraging but to you it’s anything but. If you are brave, forgive them and tactfully enlighten them. Pushing buttons often refers to conditioning that triggers strong emotion. Here are some ouch buttons that may leave you feeling devalued and not too happy: Challenged to say, show, or pick apart (something) as not true, correct, legal, possible, etc. Constant questioning makes you feel like what you do, think, say is questionable. Critiqued a detailed analysis and assessment of something or someone. Eye-rolled the action of rolling one's eyes, typically as an expression of exasperation, disbelief, or disapproval. Ignored refuse to take notice of or acknowledge; disregard intentionally. One of the common reasons for depression and anxiety. Causes you to feel like you don’t matter. Micro-managed to control every part, however small, of. Makes you feel untrustworthy. One-upped your experience has been minimized or disregarded as minor compared to someone else’s. Suggests rivalry. Patronized to be patronized is to be treated as if you are less intelligent or knowledgeable than the person you’re speaking with, and it can be one of the most frustrating experiences you can have in life. Talked Over when you are speaking and someone interrupts and talks over you (talks while you talk), it can make you feel a variety of emotions. You may feel angry and frustrated, or you may feel small and overlooked. Being ignored isn’t a pleasant experience and is often received as a sign of rejection.