We all have lessons to learn and we all are teachers of one another thus, at times one should speak your mind in a non-offensive manner. If someone does however still take offence, then they themselves have to deal with whatever, on an inner level they are projecting to the external environment and other people.
One can only be “disturbed” by others, if you allow it and if you allow it, you should never blame the other for your anger, hurt and some. You made the choice to be angry or hurt.
Now yes, I know that you are probably saying that this is all a lot of hogwash. Perhaps in your perception, it is, and that is fine - whatever you believe is okay and is right for you at the time. The challenge is, however, to respect and allow everybody else the freedom to express their opinion in whatever way they choose to. Obviously within the framework of “decency and non-violence”!
The latter does at times offer challenges for all parties involved because of how the external world define “decency” and the need which one, at times has to “defend” your point of view because of your status or position.
We are so susceptible to the dictation of our ego’s that it is scary. Yes, I repeat, scary! If you are angry, for whatever reason - it is okay. One should allow the other to vent that anger, preferably in a non-destructive, non-violent manner and bless them.
Anger and disrespectful behaviour is an expression of fear! If you respond angrily, you are creating more fear - listen, acknowledge and let it be!
I received an insightful SMS the other day. It read: “every precious friend is a glimpse of the Great Spirit. It is one of life’s blessings, a priceless gift that can never be bought, sold or forgotten!”
We should consider every person that enter our lives, a gift and express our gratitude for being considerate and quietly respectful!
Silence - yes, what a wonderful teaching methodology! Eloquence in speech is a gift, but the ability to be silent is one of the purist virtues!
Be kind to yourself today!
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