Yesterday afternoon was tough. The criticism of someone in my life had me reacting to it with criticism and negativity. It made me feel depressed and that I was practicing the same behaviors which I abhor. It did make them back off though but I felt dragged down by it. I usually cope by detachment which does affect how well I respond to each comment but I also have to be careful how I respond--most of my responses are rarely good enough. So I usually talk much less now. I want to talk less and just do things instead (work). I need to stop thinking about this relationship. Overthinking it isn't good. I will try to leave yesterday's interaction behind. It is a new day!