Imagine that you are at your job and in a meeting with your coworkers. As the meeting progresses, several thoughts that you want to contribute to the discussion come to your mind. But it seems like every time you start to talk, the same coworker cuts you off and speaks about whatever is on their mind. This happens 3 separate times. What kinds of thoughts would you be thinking in this situation?
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If I were in that situation, here are the thoughts that would probably run through my mind:"Bakit ba lagi niya akong pinuputol?" I’d feel annoyed or disrespected. It’s frustrating when someone keeps interrupting, especially when I also have valid points to share."Napapansin kaya ito ng iba?" I might wonder if my other coworkers or even my boss are noticing the behavior, and if they think I’m being too quiet or passive — when in fact, I’m just not being given space."Dapat ko na bang magsalita nang mas diretso o assertive?" I’d probably start thinking of ways to stand up for myself without being rude. Maybe wait for a pause and say, “Excuse me, I’d like to finish my thought.”"Baka ginagawa niya ito sa iba rin, hindi lang sa akin." I’d consider if this is part of their personality or habit — and not something personal."Kailangan ko bang sabihin ito sa kanya privately pagkatapos ng meeting?" I’d weigh whether to talk to them one-on-one to avoid future tension, especially if it becomes a pattern.Main thought: Gusto kong marinig din ang boses ko at respetuhin bilang bahagi ng team.
