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I find the """man up""" school of thought generally works for me when faced w a tough situation but 97% of the time it's presented as an obnoxious show of bravado. What are better ways to phrase this? (self.asklemmy)

submitted 9 months ago by _number8_ to c/asklemmy

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like, if i'm feeling bad but force myself to do something, i usually feel better. how to maintain the usefulness of this advice without presenting it as 'fuck your feelings', in that usual arrogant right wing sort of way

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[–] Riccosuave 115 points 9 months ago (2 children)

"Action over anxiety."

My mom has told me this since I was a kid, and it is still something I am trying to put into practice effectively when met with challenging situations. It is the most forgiving way I can think of to get yourself in the mental headspace you are talking about without the "time to nut up" connotation.

[–] b3an 11 points 9 months ago (1 children)

I really like this, and your mom is wise. Hug her for us if you can! 🫂

[–] Riccosuave 4 points 9 months ago

I will do that, thank you. I'll show her your response. I'm sure she will appreciate the kind words.