This is the 12593rd most frequent Spanish word.
mortificarse
To torment or distress oneself.
The word 'mortificarse' is used reflexively here to indicate a self-inflicted emotional distress about uncontrollable circumstances.
No debes mortificarte por cosas que no puedes cambiar.
You shouldn't mortify yourself for things you cannot change.
'Mortificarse' is employed to denote an emotional reaction to external criticism, implying deep concern or anguish.
Ella se mortifica cada vez que alguien hace un comentario negativo sobre su trabajo.
She mortifies herself every time someone makes a negative comment about her work.
Here, 'mortificarse' suggests unnecessary worry or distress, implying reassurance to avoid such feelings.