Feeling intolerant today…
Yes, I’m in a great mood. Really. I am, however, weary of the excuses I hear from coworkers and subcontractors about gas prices, food prices, George Bush, preventing them from getting anything productive done. Then I go to read the blogs on BB.com and lo and behold more excuses! Not being one to let other’s troubles bring my life to a crashing halt, I have been called an a-hole several times today. Whatever! Since I do not need anyone else’s approval save my own, name calling really doesn’t affect me much. Sticks and stones you see.
Two quotes I saw this morning may have contributed to my insensitivity towards the great unwashed and unproductive in my life today:
"If a man blames his failures on others, it is likely that his success should also be attributed to others." -unknown author
"Destiny is not a matter of chance; it is a matter of choice. It is not something to be waited for; but, rather something to be achieved." - William Jennings Bryan
So, today’s lesson children is to quit your bellyachin’ and get busy being a productive person! Be different! Go out and make something positive happen today!
May 28, 2008 at 11:00 am
Nice Blog, well said!!
May 29, 2008 at 5:49 am
LOL. That’s an interesting way to start your morning! But a great way to handle it, Jeff!! I am oh so tender hearted and when I have negativity directed towards me, I struggle with putting it in proper perspective, unlike you! I am bookmarking this for me to read when I am in such a situation again.
I know sometimes it’s frustrating to read people’s blogs on here and see them struggling and offering excuses - however, if they are simply looking to vent, I believe they should have the freedom to do that without being judged. If, however, they are whining and asking what they’re doing wrong, that’s a great opportunity to offer some of the wisdom that you both practice and preach! Many of us can learn from what you have accomplished. 
May 29, 2008 at 6:13 am
I agree with you that they should be able to vent without judgement, I was simply not in the mood for it. Just one of those days I guess. I try to offer supportive comments to almost all the first timer or getting back into it blogs because I’ve been there and great people on here helped me so much. I guess it’s frustrating when you want these people who I know suffer from low self-esteem to feel like I do now… that anything is possible and every day is a great opportunity to prove yourself and be productive and successful.
May 29, 2008 at 11:59 am
Jeff, I am so glad my comment didn’t offend you - I was worried about it right after I left it! I think you’re fantastic - honest, real, motivated, and wonderful for having a true passion for wanting to help people achieve their goals.
I totally know what you mean about not being in the mood to hear people whine. LOL! I get like that, and I just want to tell whoever the whiner is to just shut up. 
Heheheh! Regardless, I think you’re great. 
So keep shining!!