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Someone just hurt you — was it the trigger, or what was already in the cup? - Decision Tree | PsychStreet

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Someone just hurt you — was it the trigger, or what was already in the cup?

⏱️ 7 min · Make your choices and see the outcomes

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You

Holding a reaction that landed harder than expected

The Scenario

Someone just bumped the glass. Something spilled.

Maybe your partner said something dismissive. Maybe a family member made a cutting remark. Maybe a friend cancelled again. Maybe a comment online landed wrong. You reacted — internally, externally, or both — and now you're sitting with it. Before you fire off the message or replay the moment for the fortieth time, walk the cup. What was actually in there before the bump? What spilled isn't always about who bumped it.

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💡 Remember

These decision trees are based on research and common patterns. Real life is more complex. Use this as a guide to think about your choices, not as absolute predictions.