Unfortunately I have to use space in my column to address more problems with the misuse of my submission form. As of this column, my Google form will be closed, and if you wish to ask a question, please email me. This is the last time I will spend my energy addressing any messages conveying anything inappropriate.
I want it made clear that if you do not believe in what I write then you do not have to read it. I write to help people, and if my advice does not help you, then that is OK. The rest of this article will be about being respectful and being true to yourself outside of what other people think.
First I want to talk about how to handle other people telling you who you are and what they think you need. The only person that knows what you need is yourself (at times) and at other times medical professionals.
It is important not to let people’s opinions sway your own. If you feel something is not right for you then you need to make that known. That being said, be sure to be accepting of your own flaws and make sure you understand them. This will help make relationships far easier.
As for when you listen to other people’s opinions, it can be hard to not take everything to heart. But, like I said, you know yourself best at most times, so it is important to take most things with a grain of salt. You understand who you are at your core. If someone tries to tell you otherwise, you have to remember that they do not know the truth of who you are. If they are not someone close to you, then how can they truly know you? The answer is they cannot.
Respecting people that share their disrespectful opinions is not something that you necessarily have to do. Respect is earned, but the only way for someone to earn it is for them to give you some.
Some people will prove that they do not deserve it from the start. Regardless of if you are choosing to respect someone, you should remember to be polite, even if the person does not deserve your kindness. I believe the energy you put out into the world will return to you, so trying to stay kind with everyone will hopefully bring that energy into your life. Sometimes people have not even earned your politeness, and in those cases, I recommend removing yourself from that situation. This is because sometimes people will continue to disrespect you until they do not have the ability anymore. The best thing you can do is prioritize yourself and make sure the people in your life respect you.
Do you need some advice? Are people in your life too indecisive?
Do you need a new point of view?
Just email me at [email protected].
