I actually began writing this blog last night. However, I, luckily, decided to wait to post it. As a result I just deleted most of what I wrote. Posting out of anger is never a smart move. After seeing Facebook post after post, I think most people should start taking a breath before posting angry thoughts.
There are days, make that weeks, that test your character. This has been one of those weeks. A very hectic work load, added by a heartbreaking time for my family, has really just broken my heart and beaten me down. Being helpless for someone you love is the worst feeling in the world. I can deal with my own pains in life, but seeing a loved one hurt is unbearable. I tend to get so angry, that I forget to try and understand the other side of the story.
So, here I come... back to the love. That's what really matters, right? I'm writing this to try and beat it into my own head and heart too. Nothing good comes from anger and bitterness. I'll admit, I am a Bitter Betty about things sometimes. I don't easily forgive. Hurt is a hard thing to overcome, sometimes pride is worse. I learned during my class on the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People to focus on your circle of influence, not your circle of concern. Meaning, your circle of concern contains things that may be going on around you, but you have no control over (which is A LOT). Your circle of influence is what you have the power to change and/or control. I can control my reactions and behavior in my circle of influence.
So I'm going to show the love and try to be a more understanding person. There are 2 sides to every story, something that I tend to forget. I don't have to agree with others' choices, but I can try and respect their decisions and have faith that everything happens for a reason... and for the best.
*I'm gonna need some prayers to do this. Even I know my strengths and weaknesses.
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