What stresses Erron?
-Being in critical or confrontational environments -Lack of appreciation or affirmation -Lack of harmony -Unexpected change -Inadequate time to complete work to their standards -Tense relationships or environments -Having to do mundane, repetitive tasks -Having to conform with something that goes against their values -Over-empathizing with others to the point of losing track of their own needs -Being misunderstood or not trusted -People not living up to their idealized expectations.
When Erron experiences stress, they often disassociate themselves from the situation in an effort to protect their sense of well-being and togetherness. They may repress the unpleasant side of life for so long, that it gradually intensifies until Erron explodes with emotion and/or charged anger. Often the Erron’s body will reflect pent-up stress by manifesting various physical symptoms, like headaches, shoulder tension or an upset stomach. In the case of chronic stress, he may fall into the grip of their inferior function, introverted thinking. When this happens, the cowboy may uncharacteristically lash out at others, obsess over their mistakes, lack of competence and flaws. Eventually, these criticisms will turn inward and him will withdraw from others to self-criticize. He or she may become obsessive about analyzing irrelevant data to find some ultimate truth or reason for their stress.
How to help Erron experiencing stress:
-Acknowledge how they feel. -Let them talk it out. -Remind them of their strengths and contributions. -Don’t use logic to talk them out of their stress. -Don’t ignore them, even if they seem irrational. -Give them a change of scenery to get away from the situation. -Go outdoors. Do some type of exercise with them. -Watch a lighthearted movie or comedy with them. -Do not patronize or dismiss their concerns.
What stresses out Erron:
-Having to focus too much on sensory/concrete details -An overload of sensory stimulation or noise -Interruptions -Distress within a close relationship -Having their values violated -Not enough alone time. Too much extraverting. -Working with closed-minded people -Lack of appreciation or understanding -Unfamiliar environments with overwhelming amounts of details -Having plans disrupted -Not having a clear direction -Lack of harmony -Criticism and conflict -Not being able to use their intuition or envision the future -Having to focus too much on the present.
When under stress, Erron feels fragmented or lost. He feel like they can’t be themselves, and feel an urge to act a part to “survive” or fit in. This disassociation can cause physical symptoms for him, like headaches, IBS, or nausea. The repressed feelings they’re holding onto can cause them to become immobilized. If he are under chronic extreme stress, he may fall into the grip of their inferior function, extraverted sensing. When this happens, they may engage in indulgent, self-destructive habits like binge-eating, cutting, over-exercising, alcoholism, or excessive pornography use. This often feels like an out-of-body experience to them. What he do provides no pleasure, but feels somewhat robotic and out of control. After this occurs, Erron dwell in self-hatred, falling even more into guilt over what they’ve done. He may become uncharacteristically angry and quick-tempered, unreasonable, and irrational. Erron may become obsessed with details in their outer world; obsessively cleaning or doing housework. He stumble over his words, and their intense feelings eventually lead them to a state of complete exhaustion.
How to help Erron experiencing stress:
-Give them space. -Reduce sensory stimulation; music, interruptions, TV, etc,.. -Let them express their thoughts and feelings. -Understand that they may be irrational. Don’t judge them. -Don’t give advice. This will only stress them out further. -Let them take a break from some of their responsibilities -Encourage them to spend some time in nature, walking or reading a book. -Take a walk with them if they want company. -Encourage their less serious side, and let them relieve emotional tension by letting them cry through a sappy movie or novel of some sort. -Be forgiving if he’ve been overly harsh or critical while under stress. Chances are, he will feel very guilty about it.
