Self-pity

Self-pity is a psychological state of mind.

Description

Though the primary focus of self-pity is on the self and one's own emotions that are within, it also has a strong interpersonal component. Being an interpersonal emotion is directing the emotional feeling or response toward others with the goal of attracting attention, empathy or help. However, some who are dealing with self-pity usually look outside of themselves for the source of their problems which only leads to a downward spiral of issues.[1]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Stober, J (2003). "Self-Pity: Exploring the Links to Personality, Control Beliefs, and Anger". Journal of Personality. 71 (2): 183–220. doi:10.1111/1467-6494.7102004.

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