The Origins of Frustration

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When J.P. is setting up the system, he is asked, "What was your relationship with your mother like?"

He responds, "What frustrated me about my mom was that whenever I shared something about my life, her reaction was to talk about herself." At that precise moment, the machine interrupts him and says, "Thank you."

This interaction highlights how his feelings of not receiving attention, not being listened to, or not being cared for were significant issues.

But isn't this a common issue for many people?

It's no surprise that J.P. prefers a female voice when setting up the system, and it's understandable why we all use phones, not only for business but also to socialize or compensate for any perceived lack of attention.

As Simon Sinek mentioned, it's possible to become addicted to your phone. Like any addictive behavior, using the phone can be a way to alleviate frustration. However, even if you achieve results, it can become increasingly frustrating because you become more reliant on it, and it doesn't address the root cause.

NOTE: I'm not blaming mothers. I'm highlighting how our interpretation or experience of not feeling heard could lead to alternative solutions rather than becoming obsessed, abandoning projects, or relying on external sources to compensate for the perceived "lack of attention."

Engaging in conversation and thoughtful reflection with someone is a beneficial alternative.

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