Crazy Days and What We Can Do About
Them
Yesterday, I
had one of the craziest days I’ve had in a very long time. I won’t go into the
details---protecting the innocent and all, but it was one of those days where
everything seemed off.
We all have
these days, it’s how we respond to them that determines how we move forward.
I’m going to
make this quick because I really don’t want to tempt fate or the stars nor the
fullness of the moon; when things don’t
go the way you planned, desired, hoped for, get your ego out of the way.
When people
accuse you of things, the likes of which are nowhere near your heart or mind; don’t
be defensive; remove the will to prove them wrong, apologize for any
misunderstanding and move forward.
When someone
wants to win a game that does not matter to you; let them.
And when you
are driving your own car and someone else wants to determine the direction from
the backseat; keep driving.
Sometimes
life offers challenges that seem as meaningless as a Super Bowl game (I know I’ve
offended my friends; not my intention. I only mean to point out that no matter
who wins or loses; everyone, including the fans of the losing team will all be
back again the following year.)
If we allow
them to, the challenges of life will make us stronger.
Earlier this
year, I hit my head in what seems like a meaningless, unnecessary way. The results
of this minor accident became a major mess. There was no one to blame, no battle
to fight (although one doctor did suggest that I sue a hospital---REALLY!!!)
The only
choice I saw in the whole thing was to get well and be become better than I was
before.
And so it goes with
life. You can fight, or chose to be better than you were before.
Be you, be well, be
chosen.
Bertice Berry, PhD.
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