What to do if something embarrassing happens to you?

How to deal with embarrassment

1. Make a joke about it. If something isn’t that serious, laughing about what went wrong can help you to feel better.
2. Try to play down or ignore what happened. Sometimes this can stop you from blushing or feeling really stressed.
3. Talk to someone you trust.
4. Face up to what you’ve done.

How do you come back after embarrassing yourself?

10 Ways to Overcome Embarrassment

1. Keep the right tense. All embarrassment takes place in the past.
2. Stop apologizing.
3. Be you. Neurotic you.
4. Visit humiliations past. This one will help you keep things in perspective.
5. Get in the car again.
6. Laugh about it.
7. Allow some tilting.
8. Learn how to be afraid.

How do you stop thinking about something embarrassing you said?

Write it Down. As soon as you get home, grab your journal or a notebook. The quickest way to stop thinking about that weird thing you said is to get it out of your mind. Getting it onto paper helps you sort out your thoughts and emotions — to replay the situation how it happened in your head.

How do you get rid of embarrassment?

If you feel major blushing coming on, try these tips.

1. Breathe deeply and slowly. Taking slow, deep breaths can help relax the body enough to slow down or stop blushing.
2. Smile.
3. Cool off.
4. Make sure you’re hydrated.
5. Think of something funny.
6. Acknowledge the blushing.
7. Avoid blushing triggers.
8. Wear makeup.

How do you forgive yourself for embarrassing?

How to Actually Forgive Yourself

1. Remember that it’s okay to feel guilty.
2. But, understand the difference between guilt and shame.
3. Admit you messed up.
4. Apologize to anyone you may have hurt.
5. Write yourself an apology.
6. Take care of yourself, mentally and physically.
7. Be patient.
8. Don’t try to change other people.

How do you move on from embarrassing?

How do you comfort someone who is embarrassed?

Try things like: “It sounds like you felt abandoned, is that right?” “Then what happened?” “What did it feel like to hear s/he no longer wanted to remain friends?” “What did you say or wish you had said?” As they talk about their predicament, listen rather than trying to control the conversation, Marigold adds.