Imagine is a black dog tactic

Imagine what else may contribute to the outcome you’re assuming
personal responsibility for. Your friend may have lost his job or be suffering
from depression. Despite your best efforts to cheer him up, these
factors are outside your control.
✓ Consider why people may be responding to you in a certain way.
Don’t jump to the conclusion that someone’s response relates directly
to you. For example, your friend may be having a difficult day or be in a
big hurry – he may even feel sorry for not stopping to talk to you.
Because you really aren’t the centre of the universe, look for explanations of
events that have little or nothing to do with you.