Commentary
OFW Corner: “Guilt – the number one killer of dreams.”
By: Hensie Tumbagahan
Have you ever experienced doing something but afterwards you have felt guilty?
For example :
I was told by my parents to respect each person and give what they want to avoid problems. If they asked for something like money, acts, or anything of your possession just give it right away and let them take it.
I’m learning to unlearn this kind of belief. It’s making me feel guilty if someone asked for help and I couldn’t helped because I need to prioritize my well-being. Slowly, I’m relearning to replace it with give what you can, say no when you can’t, and let them express their frustration towards you.
If I may add, be careful – sometimes tayo mismo ang nanggi-guilt trip sa ating mga sarili. If you can give patience, understanding, and love to others, kindly, give it to yourself first before everyone else.
O ayan naman ang tanong na paano kung? Well… it’s now the time to learn how to handle guilty feeling from others and yourself.
