But if I'm going to cause somebody else discomfort by my actions, then I should probably modify my actions toward them to make them as comfortable as possible.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
This is how to avoid re-creating painful situations: Take the time to discover your real intention before you act. If it is to change someone or the world so that you will feel safe or better about yourself, don't act on it, because it is an intention of fear and can create only painful consequences.
I never think people should do things for me. I think I should do things for others. That makes me more comfortable.
I really try to put myself in uncomfortable situations. Complacency is my enemy.
I would never do anything to hurt anybody, especially if they're helping me. I'm not that kind of person.
What I try to do is never to hurt anybody else and figure if I don't, then I'm not likely to get hurt myself.
It is always easier - and usually far more effective - to focus on changing your behavior than on changing the behavior of others.
I have to say I have never been comfortable with somebody else telling me what to do - in any way.
As long as I'm not hurting anybody, I don't think that anything I do is wrong.
If you do not like a certain behavior in others, look within yourself to find the roots of what discomforts you.
I'm very comfortable with uncomfortable situations, and I think that can seem odd to people, that I like the thrill of discomfort.