Jan 18, 2013

#316: Engaged Detachment (Friday, January 18)

This week's affirmation: I allow myself and those around me the freedom to be themselves, without imposing rigid ideas of right and wrong.

At this very minute, you're holding on to and concerning yourself with things that have no business being in your focus. And at what cost to your own welfare and sanity? I know people who will work themselves into a frenzy worrying over something that has nothing to do with them and is out of their control. Yes, I've done it too--many times. I once stayed up til 2am writing a last-minute resume for someone who was sound asleep while I agonized over layout, grammar and work experience. LOL.

It is ok to care and be empathetic, but don't lose yourself in someone else's situation. Remember that we each react differently, and our reactions are simply based on our experience. Be compassionate and try not to judge too harshly. Wouldn't you want the same?

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