Life's Traffic Accident: 3 Ways to Overcome the Hurt Caused by Selfish People

"Why is that person like that?"

There are people in this world who make you wonder why they are the way they are.

Sometimes, in life, we unexpectedly encounter selfish individuals.

It's not like we seek them out; rather, like a traffic accident that can happen anytime and anywhere, no matter how careful we are, we stumble upon them.

It's not easy for ordinary people to understand the mental state of selfish individuals. (And there's no need to, really.)

Perhaps, you might even feel like lashing out at fate for throwing such garbage into your life.

Recently, I too encountered a selfish individual who went back on their word and lacked any sense of responsibility.

Should I fight for my rights? Or should I endure for the sake of my relationship with others? Or, for the sake of my precious time, should I just endure?

From past experiences, I knew that dealing with garbage like that would contaminate my time and life, so I had to make a wise choice.

Getting angry at selfish people or at invisible fate is a waste of time.

We should always choose the wisest course of action for our precious selves.

Besides, encountering such people is never your fault, so there's no need to let it fester as a wound in your heart.

"Why is that person so selfish?"

Some people prioritize their own needs and desires above others. They often lack empathy or prioritize their own interests over considering the feelings of others.

It's inevitable that you might feel hurt by such individuals, but what's important is finding a way to move on from that hurt.

First, when you encounter such people, you need to acknowledge and accept the emotions you experience.

If you feel hurt, acknowledging it honestly is the first step towards healing.

Instead of suppressing or denying your emotions, try to see what you can learn from them.

Next, you need to learn how to protect yourself and set boundaries in these situations. This is an act of self-love and respect for your emotions.

Also, for inner peace, you can leverage the power of forgiveness. Forgiveness is not for the other person, but a choice you make for yourself.

Finally, in the process of overcoming the hurt from relationships with selfish people, you need to invest more time in loving and nurturing yourself.

Be kind and gentle to yourself, and heal your wounded inner self. Don't hold onto the garbage others give you; throw it away immediately.

"I decline your garbage."

Encountering selfish people may be a part of life. However, the hurt we experience from them is never our fault, nor is it ours to own.

Anne Shirley said something beautiful.

"The world is so interesting that it's too precious to spend wallowing in sadness."

You don't need to spend a long time wallowing in sadness because of the hurt you've received from selfish people. Our lives are full of many beautiful moments that are worth it.

Petty individuals should not be allowed to obstruct our happiness.

Through somewhat painful experiences, we can become stronger and learn to love ourselves more.

It is important to cherish our emotions, learn to find positivity even in difficult relationships, and most importantly, prioritize ourselves.

While we may not be able to choose who we encounter, how we react and how we grow from those encounters is our choice.