7. They Subtly Undermine Your Choices
You decide to travel solo. Take an art class. Volunteer. Make a big change.
They say things like:
It’s always phrased like concern — but deep down, it’s discouragement.
They want you to doubt yourself. Not because they care, but because your courage threatens their comfort zone.
8. Their Body Language Betrays Them
Even when they don’t speak ill, their body does.
Do their shoulders tense when you enter the room?
Do they look past you or avoid eye contact?
Does their tone shift to something dry or dismissive?
Jung believed the unconscious speaks through subtle, involuntary movements. When someone resents you but won’t admit it, their physical reactions often reveal the truth.
What to Do When You Sense Hidden Resentment
Discovering that someone may secretly dislike or resent you can feel painful — especially if it’s someone close. But your response matters just as much as the realization.
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