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Is this so hard to ask

Is it seriously a crime to ask people to leave me alone until I’m ready to talk why I’m upset? When I’m in a meltdown I’m not in the right mindset to talk!!! Just WAIT and not sound so annoyed when I ask you to leave me alone ! (Unless of course I say it in an angry way. Then at least go ‘I understand you’re upset but I’m allowed to ask you what’s wrong and I don’t appreciate you talking to me like that. Please say that again in a calmer way I know you’re capable off’ rather than just storming me off)

AcidMonster55
AcidMonster55Posted 04-03-2024 12:42 PM

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Lapis_Anteater
Lapis_AnteaterPosted 06-03-2024 04:58 PM

 Hey @AcidMonster55

 

I feel you. Meltdowns make it very hard to communicate effectively and almost impossible to get your tone right. People tend to have good intentions, it’s just hard for them to realise that not everyone has the same needs when experiencing distress. You have every right to be left alone. It’s so much harder to self-regulate with others talking to you. So long as you apologise (later) if you hurt the persons feelings, you’re all good.

 
Bel_RO
Bel_ROPosted 04-03-2024 02:01 PM

Hey @AcidMonster55,

I can see that you’re having a tough time around communication. It can be difficult to communicate that you would like some space while upset. If you feel comfortable, are you able to share more about what’s been going on? 

 

I want to note that I admire your self-awareness and being able to identify what you need and don’t need! 

 
 
AcidMonster55
AcidMonster55Posted 04-03-2024 02:47 PM

Sorry, just blowing off steam from an argument earlier today around this topic. 

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