Why do I feel bad for no?

Guilt and resentment often reflect an anxiety around saying no that comes from feeling responsible for the other person’s reaction. When you feel guilt and resentment, you have an opportunity to reflect on whether you are fulfilling your responsibilities in saying ‘no.

How do you say no to anxiety?

Tell yourself, “Okay, I’m anxious (or afraid). This just means that I’m sensing a threat. I’m probably just overreacting.” Talk calmly to yourself and let the anxiety just pass through your body. Anxiety is just an uncomfortable emotional state; it has no power over you.

Why do I never feel like a good person?

Why do I never feel like a good person? Again, it’s often linked todifficult experiences when a kid, orchildhood trauma. Many children internalise trauma, feeling like somehow it is their fault that the bad thing happened to them. And that guiltcreates strong hidden beliefsthat you are bad and unworthy.

Do you feel bad if you don’t help other people?

You shouldn’t feel bad or guilty about not being able to help other people when you’re tending to your own needs. If you only think about yourself when your life involves other people, such as a partner or children, those other people may face pain or distress as a result.

Do You Think You’re a bad person?

When you think you’re a bad person, really think about what others have made you think was bad and whether it really is something bad. Evil is something you do for no reason. Imagine you mistreat someone, that’s being a bad person. But what if you defend your brother from somebody?

How can I feel like a better person?

The foundation of feeling like a better person is action. You work to correct the bad behavior that you have and replace it with more positive choices and behavior. Consider your impact on other people before you speak or act. Ask yourself questions like, “Is this kind?” or “Is this necessary?” and consider the answers well before taking action.