I was asking because I've occasionally repressed stuff even after becoming a seeker.
I only use repression for temporary purposes when I was at work and had to get s*** done, and then would try to get back to the issue in my spare time to process it. I'm not convinced it was the most skillful way to handle issues, and I'm trying to learn a better way. But when you're giving a presentation or you are in trial, or something else sufficiently high stress where your every facial expression is interpreted and/or extreme concentration is required, it seems difficult to process catalyst as it arises. Perhaps some jobs are more conducive to a contemplative lifestyle than others.
I only use repression for temporary purposes when I was at work and had to get s*** done, and then would try to get back to the issue in my spare time to process it. I'm not convinced it was the most skillful way to handle issues, and I'm trying to learn a better way. But when you're giving a presentation or you are in trial, or something else sufficiently high stress where your every facial expression is interpreted and/or extreme concentration is required, it seems difficult to process catalyst as it arises. Perhaps some jobs are more conducive to a contemplative lifestyle than others.