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You and Your Problems

by Vidya Sury April 28, 2018 12 comments
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Does it feel soothing to constantly rant about your problems to others?

Sure, we all need an outlet, need to vent. And of course it is great to have someone who’s supportive when we feel like sh*t.

Even so, you can only whine up to a point, beyond which it crosses the too-much border and you face the risk of becoming addicted to complaining. Attached to this are the misery and events that take residence in your head. This is especially true of grief and disappointment.  There is research to prove this. In fact, for some people, pain is equal to pleasure. I am thinking of a relative who was happiest when she was unhappy. It is probably because it feels better to feel something, even if it is pain, rather than feeling nothing.

Reality bites, eh?

Then there are people who rely on the drama they build up to feel “alive”, attract attention and give themselves a sense of importance. They just cannot help sharing their problems repeatedly every time they meet someone.

Thing is, talking about those problems continually can make them appear worse than they actually are. Every time we talk about a lousy experience, we live it all over again. And as we get addicted to talking about these problems, we end up feeding the negativity and nurturing the pain. I am sure you know people who do this and, in the process, make things out to be far worse or exaggerate. The typical molehill to mountain tendency. One tiny incident becomes, according to them, worthy of becoming global news headlines. Maybe they stumbled on a stone, or maybe someone said something to them—and they can’t wait to blow it out of proportions.  

Hey, not saying it is wrong to talk about problems…but isn’t it nicer to be a little modest and share it in a healthy way?

How, you ask?

Here are seven tips to remember while sharing those problems to ensure you feel good afterwards. Because… that’s the idea, right?

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7 tips to make you feel better when you rant about your problems #mindfulness #personaldevelopment

Pick someone who is willing to listen to you

Pouring your heart out to the first person you come across isn’t a good idea. If they happen to be disinterested, you’ll only feel worse. So choose who you talk to.

Avoid going overboard with the problem-sharing

Even close friends have their limits and they’ll tune out at some point, in which case you’ll be talking to yourself. Also, not really fair to overload someone—so stop after a point and move on to other things to talk about.

Try not to drag-stretch the topic

It is tempting to make it sound far worse than it is but do avoid exaggerating and making it into a discourse. Try to be matter-of-fact about it—this will also help you get a perspective on your own issues. I can tell you this: when you hear yourself whine, most things sound like a bit of an overdose.

Have a sense of humor

Very important, this one. When my friend and I throw a pity party, we end up making fun of each other and dissolve into laughter. Suddenly everything seems so funny and it helps us get rid of the stress that comes with feeling miserable. Before we know it, we’re already feeling better. Why be so serious? Laughter IS the best medicine.

Focus on solutions, not problems

This is one of my Mom’s favorites. She always liked to say: if you can identify the problem, surely you can find a solution. So, while blowing off about the problem try and see it from the point of view of a solution. Do complain—but also think: what can you do to make things better?

Tone down the words

As much as it feels good to rant, choose your language. Try to be less negative. Go easy on the superlative adjectives.

Never miss an opportunity to shut up

Yes—you really don’t have to freak out over every little negative thing. Sometimes it is okay to let things happen. Try meditation. Just sit somewhere quietly for ten minutes. Take deep breaths and let the feeling of tension pass.

At the end of the day, life is all about achieving a balance. While it is fine to talk about your problems, just remember that it can be a healthy exercise: when you find the right time and place…and person.

Be happy! You deserve to be!

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Shilpa Gupte April 29, 2018 at 5:16 pm

Yup!! Disappointments are a part of Life, and if one keeps ranting about each and every disappointment, or problem they face, they will only be left with heartache and nothing else. Best to laugh it off, or count your blessings! 🙂

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Ramya Abhinand April 30, 2018 at 12:00 pm

Ah! I rant and crib a lot. What works for me is to just write it down . Helps forget it, well after I tear them all up 🙂

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Vidya Sury April 30, 2018 at 12:18 pm

That is a very smart way to handle it, Ramya!
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Soumya April 30, 2018 at 12:31 pm

You are a pot of wisdom, my dear Hottie <3

Who doesn't have problem, but if done the right way, cribbing can lift quite a heavy weight off your shoulders.

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Vidya Sury April 30, 2018 at 12:41 pm

Hehe. Life is so much better with BFFs who will listen and laugh it off with you! <3
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How do we know May 1, 2018 at 10:24 am

Great tips Vidya! Thank you for sharing!

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Vidya Sury May 1, 2018 at 10:38 am

Thank you!

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Modern Gypsy May 1, 2018 at 11:11 am

Great tips, Vidya! Constant ranting and negativity only weigh us down and make us feel more miserable. Better to focus on solutions and having supportive people around who won’t let us be moaning Myrtle’s for too long!

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G Angela May 10, 2018 at 1:00 pm

Agree vidya:) its ok to share, but we must be choosy about the person, as it can backfire. so it is better to pick up the person who is trust worthy and yes I did come across all the different types of people who think there are no solutions to their problems, very challenging to work with them. As they already decide that there is no solution to their problem and they stick to what they believe and would never take help too.. Lovely images.

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Mark Technlogies November 15, 2018 at 11:07 am

We can rant to someone until to the point it is healthy for you to become calm and focused. The key to letting it all out is, giving it time to subside afterwards. Take your time to relax and cry it out if you need to.

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Shivam Mishra January 7, 2019 at 4:04 pm

Thanks for sharing this info. Vidya Ma’am. Tents Review

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Silz July 26, 2019 at 12:53 am

Haha Vidya, how can never miss an opportunity to shut up a point for consideration as far as ranting out our problems is concerned. It does make sense to have a confident, since sharing is a problem half solved plus lessens the self condemnation relating to mental health issues.

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