“STOP BEING SO SELFISH!”
Have you noticed around you, how so many people have the “ME” syndrome!?
Wait, what’s the “ME” syndrome, you don’t know? Of course you do…
The “ME” syndrome, is when someone thinks everything is always about them.
Not about you, not about their other friends, not even about their family(s).
It’s all just about “ME” (themselves).
If you haven’t been around those people, you are very blessed.
For the rest of us, well we know what the “me” syndrome looks like.
So how do YOU handle those “ME” people?
Yeah, I hear you, there is only so much you can do isn’t there.
These people are in the same category of folks that are still unable to “LISTEN” to others.
Those who do NOT know how to listen, are sometimes also in the “ME” category.
“Me” people don’t really care what you have to say, they’re too busy talking & talking over you. Do you remember how that feels?
They never listen first, they just talk & their answers are very inappropriate, because “they aren’t listening”.
So, how do you manage the “ME” syndrome, those who never listen?
I’ve been approached many times about how does one handle someone with this issue.
I’ve actually been asked: “How do you handle those people that are in the “ME Syndrome”, the ‘me only’ individuals who never listen?”
My response is the same to everyone: You don’t ‘handle’ them any more than you “handle” anyone. You let them go & walk away.
You cannot help someone who clearly doesn’t want to be helped.
Their self directed behavior is not going to change unless: THEY accept they have a problem, they want to understand the problem & THEY want help for it.
Sadly, just let them go, no longer respond to them & walk away. Move on with your own life.
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No, it’s not cruel to let them go, no longer respond & walk away:
Chances are: they won’t even know you’re gone.
Chances are: they’re too wrapped up in their OWN agenda.
Chances are: they have no intention of changing.
Chances are: they are too self centered to know of anything going around them.
Chances are: they are not willing to learn new listening skills.
Chances are: All of your energy, time, hurt & frustration will just be wasted.
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Letting go is hard, I understand that.
However, there are others around you & even those you don’t know yet, who are waiting to find someone just like you. Someone who does listen, care, are giving to others.
Never chase after someone with the “ME” syndrome.
The all about “ME” syndrome is NOT normal. The lack of listening skills & open mindedness is not an option for them.
What do you do, how do you handle it with them?
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HOW TO HANDLE THOSE WITH THE “ME” SYNDROME
(FAQ’s)
Here’s a FAQ’s regarding the proper, politically correct way to deal with a “ME” Syndrome individual:
“If you let them go, will they come back?”
Maybe. but, you need think if that’s what YOU want.
If you’ve spent a lot of energy on them already & they continued their “ME” syndrome with a deaf ear, it’s truly not worth your time & energy anymore.
You cannot change someone who doesn’t want to be changed.
“Did you let them back in to your life?”
No, I did not. Sound harsh, not at all.
They broke my respect, trust, & admiration. Their own credibility is gone for me.
You must realize that it’s not you they care about, it’s themselves & frankly I can’t & won’t compete with that attitude.
“Did they continue to try to come back & contact you ?”
Yes, but I don’t respond.
Once you have initially let them know where you stood, there is no reason to continue to go backwards.
Once you’ve made that decision, you must move on, move forward & use your energy forward.
“But what if they are blaming you & nasty to you about being let go?”
The reality is, the “ME” Syndrome people generally don’t care & your moving on & it will be of little interest to them.
Remember, you need to let go, move forward. Be concerned about yourself.
You cannot move forward, when you’re looking behind you.
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Life is too short to waste your time on people who don’t care.
They’re adults & honestly, you shouldn’t have to “train & teach” anyone the skills they should have learned will growing up.
You deserve respect, kindness, trust, honesty & attention, from those around you.
You cannot count on any of that from a “ME” Syndrome person.
You have so much to give & those who receive your ‘gift of you’, should be the ones who respect you for it.
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“I am learning how to walk away from people & situations that, threaten my peace of mind, self respect, or my self worth”…..
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I had to smile when you wrote “Chances are they won’t even know you’re gone!” How true that is. We get so worked up worrying about some stuff, when people like this don’t even care a hoot!
Another great and insightful post Linda.
It’s always comforting to know you’re out there with all the right answers!
It’s so very true, they don’t even know you’re gone! You can tell who your friends really are by these things. Thank you for your thoughts & kind words. I may not be always right, but I’m proud to say, I have common sense! Thank you Erica.
so funny Linda.. we all know one of these at least ‘stop being so selfish, how to handle those with me syndrome 🙂
Oh yes we DO, Helen & it’s very annoying.
I hear you, Linda, if it’s only ‘ME’ syndrome they don’t notice, if they’ve crossed over into Narcissist/sociopath territory they could be miffed by you leaving (because no one leaves ME) and/or they go into what’s called ‘hoovering’ mode and they can be quite charming and convincing to gain your favor back…just plain selfish ME types may not notice but these 2 types definitely do! Not cool…and thanks for sharing on the subject! XOX Zen
Thank you Zen. I have been victimized of those “me” types & I was sucked into it before I even knew it. That charming & convincing reeling you back in is so strong, as well as draining my bank account because of being a sucker to their charming ways. It was a valuable lesson learned & it took me years to get free & then years to get them away from me, but “free at last, free at last”…. feels good.
The “me” people come in many different ways, just be careful. If your gut says no, listen to it. Thank you Zen for your thoughts.
I love how you make your point. Just walk away. It only pulls you down when you try and turn them around. Just walk away.
Oh yes Sandy, you will get pulled down, shamed & pulled apart, but keep walking. I shared a true story of me in Zen’s comment reply, valuable lesson learned, by it can happen to anyone in any way. Just be aware & start walking. Thank you Sandy, I appreciate you insight.