I’ve reched a point where I’m afraid to talk to people because I know if they’re rude to me, I’ll dwell on it all day. It’s affecting my ability to function normally, and nothing seems to help, not even therapy.
I’m so very sorry you’re burdened with that. I can relate because I’m often very hesitant to speak to others and I’m very vigilant the whole time. I also tend to ruminate about negative things people say to me. It used to be a lot worse for me. I don’t know what happened, but I’m not as bad off as I used to be. My heart goes out to you. It’s a heavy, heavy unwelcome burden.