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As someone who obsesses about what I can’t get right in spite of things I do well, this story resonates with me. Apparently, my focus on the negative when it comes to self-reflection is also a reflection of how people tend to see others.
I think what this story tells us is that we are naturally drawn to anomalies. In that case, maybe the opposite is true as well. If someone has a reputation for actions that are mostly wrong, does the one positive display of rightness capture extreme attention while the person who usually does the right thing is in the spotlight when they err?
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I think that it is safe to say that most people like to help others. The gesture makes us feel good about ourselves and makes our lives a little brighter and happier. Conversely, there are instances in which it can seem like we do kind and caring things for people as well as try to “live the good life.” Have you ever noticed that? You try to do things the right way over and over again…yet some individuals that you may know (or don’t know) keep finding the one wrong thing that you may have done and focus on that.
Today’s story serves as an encouragement for you…to remind you to always keep your eyes on the positive things in life and not the mistakes that you may have made.
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First off, I LOVED THIS…you were speaking to the Joan of Arc in me who wrestles me to the floor. I’m overly sensitive…so when criticized, it feels more like a sentencing. You’re so smart Gail…I YEARN to be as smart as you…sigh
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You’re too kind, Susannah.
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I resonate with the post but am making big progress. On my part, I am learning to ‘relax’ my self loathing and all and tune to the lowest vibe the ‘perfectionist urge’ in me. I mean if I don’t when do I enjoy any good life? In my rltn with others, a small example. I returned to work one day and although my house was spot clean, the maid had forgotten the bath tub. First idea was to ring her up and point that out to her… But I sat down some, and soon realized that wasn’t the right way to go about life. I later called her to thank her for the clean house and never mentioned the bathroom. It’s Ok if all is not perfect and I don’t think that can be. People’s impression of you shouldn’t even be your reality, not even mine of myself. Life is on the go ever changing and a low vibe today may be high tomorrow. Thanks for sharing Gail
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That’s a wonderful philosophy: “People’s impression of you shouldn’t even be your reality, not even mine of myself.” Well said and worth remembering, thank you.
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