Le Chic Chick knows….
I’ll be the first to admit, I’m not easy to be married to. I’ll give you an example, which this really riles my husband, my money is my money, his money is my money too. Sometimes, I think the universe in some way, shape or form tries to bring clarity into your life by challenging those inner demons. So, this morning, while I pulled out a card from my Le Chic Chick deck–it most certainly has given me a moment of pause.
Le Chick Chick knows……The Imprtance of Tolerance…
Everyone has their moods, but there comes a time when we stop sensoring ourselves and begin to show strangers more courtesy and respect than we do our loved ones.
Next time you catch yourself being short, disrespectful, or just generally ugly toward someone you love, STOP. Step back and take a good look at who you’re talking to… If it’s a family member or a dear friend, remember a precious moment the two of you shared. IF it is someone you are romatically involved with, remember how you both acted when you first started dating.
No one you love or who loves you should have to tolerate your wrath or moods firsthand. If you need to be left alone, politely let everyone know you need some space. If you have genuine reasons for being upset with a loved one, find a way to communicate without letting your emotions get in the way. Imagine this is the last conversation you’ll ever have with this person - how would you treat them? Treat them with that same amount of love and respect all the time.
February 23, 2009 at 7:59 am
Wow, that is so true! Awesome blog
February 23, 2009 at 8:05 am
Great blog! And so very true!
February 23, 2009 at 8:08 am
Oh I know exactly what you’re saying. I’ve caught myself a few times being short when I’m pmsing. (which has gotten worse over the years) It’s tough to keep in check I think because we think we can get away with it with our loved ones. Thank you for the reminder!
February 23, 2009 at 8:28 am
Last time I heard a my wife needed space she ran away with the gardener
j/k
February 23, 2009 at 8:58 am
Yep. Too many times people treat their loved ones worse than strangers.
In the end, family is all you’ve got. Treat them well.
February 23, 2009 at 10:05 am
Wonderful post, and you are 100% right. Things can get complicated and difficult sometimes, but you’ve provided a really simple way to keep perspective. Thanks for the post. It’s a keeper.
February 23, 2009 at 9:42 pm
If ever I get a steady woman in my life, I will keep this very sage advice in mind.
February 23, 2009 at 9:54 pm
Very true…yeah and sometimes the diet and exercise can make you be extra mean. I was like that today and I do have to be a little nicer. Thanks for the advice.