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Recently, I had some unpleasant experiences with mean people. Rudeness, meanness, inhospitability in separate incidents. You are hurt at first, in naive disbelief at people's behaviour. It can be from strangers, extended family or longtime 'friends'. What I have noticed over the years is that I cope by being kinder and more polite to people around me. It's as if I've learned and self-improved from what I have gone through. It is very satisfying, not being a confrontational type of person, it's my quiet way of dealing with unpleasant treatment. It might also be time to 'disconnect' from certain friends for awhile, lol. Life is short, let's just enjoy it.
Well, this is what I am sharing for today's Saturday post. Hope your weekend's going great!
Well, this is what I am sharing for today's Saturday post. Hope your weekend's going great!
24 comments:
That's a good strategy. Love the spring flowers. Have a nice weekend, hugs, Valerie
Sorry you have gone through meanness...I like your attitude to it though.
As we age hopefully a little bit of wisdom comes along for the ride. I love your attitude of how you coped with a difficult situation Christine.
Keep blooming like those beautiful flowers my friend.
Peggy xxxxx
I'm going through a thing at work. We have a new CEO and it's brought out nasty streaks in people who want to make a power play. I'm struggling greatly with it. I've decided not to play that game and professionally seem to be suffering as a result. Being walked over for opportunities as I'm not lunching the right people. My friends tell me not to change and stick with my values. It's hard.
oh Christine, when I read this it made me feel angry to think someone would treat you this way,, I have never met you in person but you seem like the kindest most gentle person,, but to take the high road is always better, there will always be nasty people and their actions usually come from their own weakness or troubles so we really need to let it slip off our back like water off a duck!Just like you do,,beautiful flowers,, we haven't any in the shops yet but this week they will start,, its still quite cool here.
Anna, playing politics is a tough game, some people seem to have that naturally. I like your friends' advice I sure hope nice guys don't finish last.
Laurie you are a beautiful person, thanks for your kind words today.
Thanks for your support Peggy
Thanks Ann
Maybe I Will paint these flowers Valerie
Rudeness and meanness abound even in Hawaii, the Aloha state. Aloha is a Hawaiian word, which translates into Hello, Goodbye, and I love you. We should all remember those definitions.
I'm so sorry that those hurtful people got in your way. Hopefully you can avoid them now. You shouldn't have to put up with that kind of rudeness. As for turning it into kindness to others, good for you. That's what I try to teach the first graders, just because someone is mean to you that doesn't mean you should be mean to them or others. Sounds like you are very resilient and know how to bounce back.
My blog friends are the best thanks for all your supportive comments!
What a beautiful photograph. I admire how you go out and meet people in the world. You are a kind and caring person and it shines through your interactions. I am sorry some people are being rude and unkind.
thanks Lisa
I'm so sorry about that, Christine. I can't imagine someone being mean and rude to you. You're such a gentle, kind and thoughtful person.
Thanks Martha!
Such wise advice, and that you take your own advice and make this world a more pleasant place by your attitude. I do believe we need to step away from people who want to steal our joy...Love and Hugs.
Thanks Wanda.
I've thrown many rude and unkind people out of my life. You have to or it eats up your insides being around them.
Good advice Medeia
Here I am coping too. Whew. Good luck to us.
Sorry you had to deal with wankers, but love the way you handle it. And I agree, life is short, let's enjoy it.
What a truth. Good for you.
Hubby's eye surgery on a lump caused by papilloma virus, Christine!
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