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One of my co-worker has small marks all over her arms, and feet. The very first time I noticed which was last week, I'm assuming either she's been abused, depressed, and/or has been cutting herself. She once got angry at me for one of my mistakes and she was also taking out her anger indirectly. I kept quite, didn't make a big deal and let it go. I don't know her story. She is also pregnant, so my reaction towards her anger would've affected her baby. I have no intentions of doing any wrong to anyone.
Essentially, while she was angry at me for my mistake all I was thinking about was about her scars, her baby, and her unknown life story.
You are very insightful. Very much so. And very strong. And I think you handled a potentially explosive situation with great diplomacy. From here? Of course, maintain your exceptional poise and tact, but also make yourself available to her during her difficulty. Be the non-judgmental space you already are, make yourself a sounding board, and be willing to do what you already do in your life as a whole: listen. She may just need a calm space, a place to talk, a way to vent a bit. Hopefully, she doesn't need an intervention or emergency assistance, but if she needs help (to understand that she's being abused, or that she's a danger to herself or her baby, just for random examples), be prepared to direct her to that help, or encourage her to seek it. You're a great friend, even though she may not be. Keep being yourself. And thank you.
Yes I understand. Thank you for your wise advice. In fact, after that day I can tell she's been enjoying working with me. She's been open minded and more. I can tell she trusts me.
EXCELLENT! And well done! Keep up the good work. It's inspiring to know that there are people like you in the world.
Thank you and I'm finally glad to come across someone so sincere like you who appreciate others. Spread the kindness. (: