When self-respect becomes a problem

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Presented by Orion Taraban, Psy.D. PsycHacks provides viewers with a brief, thought-provoking video several days a week on a variety of psychological topics, inspired by his clinical practice. The intention is for the core idea contained within each video to inspire viewers to see something about themselves or their world in a slightly different light. The ultimate mission of the channel is to reduce the amount of unnecessary suffering in the world.

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[themanofmyth]

The irony of being your own worst enemy.

[chasingmypinnacle]

Translation, pick good battles and don’t sweat the small stuff.

[ExoticalT]

My most important thing in life is my mental health, so I do whatever it takes to keep it on point. ♥️

[OutsiderCrypto]

This was the most eye opening video you’ve made for me

[XryethOfficial]

Honestly, you just described me, respect is essential for a man ego, because that ego can drive you forward especially with women and business partners, I rather be with a woman who respects me and a business partner who respects me aswell, and ofcourse the respect is mutual.

[vincentfelice]

Now I know my problem. Thank you for this excellent description of me. I think I need to build my self esteem to strengthen my mental and emotional core. This is done privately and quietly and provides a solid foundation for good character, rather than the vicious cycle Orion has explained here. Thanks again.

[faisalm]

If you got triggered by your own fragile ego because someone else you know is giving you a hard time or a an attitude remember that they just want to trigger you to please their ego just see them as mentally unstable individuals so you give them an ego trigger pass. Be the bigger person. Or just ignore keep silent don’t react. It up to you to determine the proper positive reaction.

[LincolnGreen-wo]

The king of glib. I also study behavior. Your information is “interesting”. Have a good day.

[onnolastnam]

if one’s self respect always outweighs A healthy habit of mutual Respect, drama & problems & challengers will find you. respect seekers don’t realize not everyone’s respect is worth seeking or having, many times it’s hard to gain & easy to lose. Self respect is strongest in the face of disrespect, it’s the standard of how you respect others, & enforce boundaries, without ever stooping to the level of the disrespectful.

[karlz]

I think it's good to have self respect. I lacked it and had a two friends. Now when I'm prioritising self respect one of my two friends had to go unfortunately. I don't need people who belittle me, accuse me for cheating with there girlfriends, compete with me, don't respect me, talk shit about me behind my back and so on.

[krushnadurga]

If you have self respect, you silently distance yourself from someone who tries to offend you.

If you have EGO/Pride, YOU GET OFFENDED.

That's the Difference. Don't ever mix them.

[martonhorvath]

A heck of a lot would depend on:

1.) where you (have to) live/reside;
2.) and with who(m) you are/have to (it does matter, does not it????) surround yourself.

Those two are vicious enough on their own, not 2 mention when they are (unwillingly being) put together.

[juboo]

a lot of so-called self love is in fact self-centeredness. whereas actually you have to practice self-love in order to focus LESS on yourself.

[suefleming]

I have enough self-respect to make myself happy. I like to avoid most people because other people cause problems for me.
I can't walk anymore I'm fairly disabled. I like watching videos on YouTube. I'm just putting in my time here on earth. ❤😂

[michelm]

Very valuable tips in this one.
I'm guessing there's a fine line between (healthy) self respect and an (unhealthy) too big ego

[xoliphakathi]

I still choose self respect no matter what😂😂😂

[ErickSande-hbkd]

In my experience when I started prioritizing self-respect or self worth I have overcome many battles.
I sincerely don't need those many friends.
I cherish solitude more than the uncertainty of friendships.
How comes I am happier now than before I prioritized my self respect?

[ThePhysics]

Self respect should consider self and the relationship woth the other. I prioritized relationships over self respect and i lost alot of people but if people do not respect you they aint your friends anyway.

[Glo-ux]

Most people r treated with respect unless ur around low lives that violate your boundaries often

[DiscoFang]

When your response is “Yeah! I know that person!” … then you realise it’s you too.