This particular subject can be very challenging for me but I
continue to work on it. My approach in
the past was “you tell it how it is.” I came to realize that this attitude wasn’t
the most pleasant for others. I had a tendency
to go off on people, yell and lose my temper many times. It’s not that I know better but, I feel I
should always be honest and upfront with everyone and tell the truth.
However, I learned that the “truth” might not really be the
truth but, just my perception on how I see things. That’s why now, before I speak, I’ve learned
to use my words wisely and think before I speak my mind. This can be difficult
at times but, I know that “telling it how it is” might not be the nicest thing for
me to do. Thinking before I speak has
helped me see better results in my life.
Many of my relationships have improved because of my
decision to not say the first thing that comes to mind. What I practice now is thinking about saying
things that will improve the relationship or make the situation better. Sometimes I remain silent and keep my comments
to myself knowing that if I say anything it will only make the situation worse.
I started living my life with this principle “If I don’t
have anything nice to say, then I don’t open my mouth.” Following this helps me have better results
and prevents others from getting upset or hurt.
I encourage you to choose your words wisely because they can hurt others
even if your intention is to help. If you don’t have anything nice to say then
don’t say it.
Yanira ALY Nazario :))
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