![]() ![]() We need emotions to function, and we are hard-wired to experience them. More serious events can create problems that need attention (e.g., reduced self-confidence, anxiety). One-off ‘annoyances’ are unlikely to cause significant issues. ![]() You should seek additional support in these circumstances. I have concerns for a person’s wellbeing when they are subjected to an injustice that is ongoing and/or triggers a strong negative reaction (e.g., feeling humiliated). You are likely to make better decisions from this position of balance. This will help bring your problem-solving brain back online. From a performance perspective, prioritise calming the body. Strong, difficult emotions easily lead to impulsive responses that you later regret. However, it can be difficult to make wise responses when your body is in fight mode. Indignation/anger may be a completely justified emotional response to bad behaviour. Feeling embarrassed, humiliated, or devalued has clear implications for mental health and performance in key domains (e.g., work). ![]() But, such reactions emphasise the need to take indignation seriously. Here, we are moving into more complicated psychological territory. While a person may react with anger/indignation at injustice, loss of self-respect and feelings of humiliation can also follow. This reaction can occur from mistreatment, insult or malice (perceived or actual). The word indignity refers to a loss of dignity. These words convey the themes of anger and the perception of wrongdoing. ![]()
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