Overreaction/extreme sadness and depression

[fiwob]

Why is it I overreact and become really sad and depressed when someone is slightly upset with me. I react like they're ready to kill me, and that's how I re-imagine it. I re create the situation and make the upset person sound like they're yelling and threatening me when they didn't even change their tone.

 

[Acuti]

uhmmm... because you have ptsd and it makes you doubt other peoples motives and intentions? Give yourself points for knowing you are doing it!

 

[Akuga]

Why is it I overreact and become really sad and depressed when someone is slightly upset with me. I react like they're r...

Like me, it sounds like you’re very sensitive. I’ve always felt just horrible almost catatonic when people are upset with me. This is probably a self-confidence or self-compassion issue. You’re probably really hard on yourself. Came across this great article in the nyt today. Might help- Why Self-Compassion Beats Self-Confidence

It won’t let me post the link but take a look. Well worth it! Best wishes to you.