If someone dislikes me, or resents something I have done, I ought first consider whether it was I who generated the dislike or resentment. Was it something I did? Is it something I should make amends for? If so, am I inclined to justify what I did when it wasn't really right? Answering these questions wil give me good practice with being honest with myself.
If I was hurtful, and I make excuses to myself for what I did, I am building a second wall between me and the person I injured. Let me tear the first wall down by being honest and honestly acknowledging my fault.
What a relief it is to acknowledge that I am only human, that I do make mistakes, and that I am willing to correct them. I can't help liking myself better after the air has been cleared. In solidifying a friendship, I become a better friend to myself.
HJFinAZ: If someone dislikes me, or resents something I have done, I ought first consider whether it was I who generated the dislike or resentment. Was it something I did? Is it something I should make amends for? If so, am I inclined to justify what I did when it wasn't really right? Answering these questions wil give me good practice with being honest with myself.
If I was hurtful, and I make excuses to myself for what I did, I am building a second wall between me and the person I injured. Let me tear the first wall down by being honest and honestly acknowledging my fault.
What a relief it is to acknowledge that I am only human, that I do make mistakes, and that I am willing to correct them. I can't help liking myself better after the air has been cleared. In solidifying a friendship, I become a better friend to myself.
This is so very true Pat. I know I've done some stupid things on and off this site that have probably ticked some people off.And I take responsiblity for my own actions cause their of my own doing and I'm sorry I did those things.I'm not afraid to admit in public that I was wrong for doing them. I'm only human and I make mistakes just like anyone else.
Not having a woe is me piry party I just needed to get this off my chest.
somechick: This is so very true Pat. I know I've done some stupid things on and off this site that have probably ticked some people off.And I take responsiblity for my own actions cause their of my own doing and I'm sorry I did those things.I'm not afraid to admit in public that I was wrong for doing them. I'm only human and I make mistakes just like anyone else.
Not having a woe is me piry party I just needed to get this off my chest.
Sorry this line just sent my mind to another place
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If I was hurtful, and I make excuses to myself for what I did, I am building a second wall between me and the person I injured. Let me tear the first wall down by being honest and honestly acknowledging my fault.
What a relief it is to acknowledge that I am only human, that I do make mistakes, and that I am willing to correct them. I can't help liking myself better after the air has been cleared. In solidifying a friendship, I become a better friend to myself.