“Unseen Consequences: 8 Common Phrases You Didn’t Know Were Hurting Others”
3) “Don’t take it personally”
Imagine this. You’ve just received some criticism at work, and you’re feeling a bit down about it. Then someone drops the “don’t take it personally” line.
Sounds familiar?
The truth is, our brains are hardwired to take things personally. It’s a survival mechanism that dates back to our early ancestors.
When we perceive criticism or negative feedback, it can trigger a defensive response in our brain as it tries to protect us from harm.
When someone says “don’t take it personally”, they’re essentially asking us to go against our natural instincts.
