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Why Do I Care So Much About What They Think?

You ever find yourself replaying a coworker’s comment in your head, wondering why it stings so much? That’s me—taking my job way too seriously, burning the midnight oil, and still feeling like every bit of criticism is a personal attack. I know I shouldn’t care, but when my manager calls me out in front of everyone, it’s like a punch to the gut. I wish I could just shrug it off and develop that legendary thick skin everyone talks about. But honestly, it’s hard. Maybe the trick isn’t to stop caring, but to care differently—focus on my own growth, not their approval. I’m working on it, one awkward meeting at a time. How do you deal with it? 😅 #WorkplaceGrowth #ThickSkin #OfficeLife #JobCareer