1Why Are You Unable to Rely on Others?
The External and Internal Reasons for Being Unable to Rely on Others
Reisa learned the basics of resilience. She learned how to control her emotions and how to deal with negative assumptions. However, she took on too much at work and ended up almost reaching her breaking point.
People who have a strong sense of responsibility, like Reisa, tend to try too hard without asking for help from those around them. It would be a disaster if such people failed or encountered some sort of problem. They may attempt to resolve the issue themselves, increasing the amount of stress they have inside of them. The more serious the person is, the more likely they will lose motivation.
So, why is it so hard for people to rely on others? Answers to this question include external factors such as the environment and internal factors from people themselves.
The Three Features of Workplaces That Are Not Cooperative
Let's first think about external factors. Among them, even if someone is in a tough situation at work, there are others in the workplace who may be turning a blind eye or not even paying attention. The following three traits are seen in such workplaces:
- High stress levels: Personal relationships, especially in the workplace, are very cold. You can ...
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