“Courage means to keep working a relationship, to continue seeking solutions to difficult problems, and to stay focused during stressful periods.” Denis Waitley
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What is your perspective?
Someone shared this photo on Facebook and admittedly it is funny. But then, when you honestly think about the scenario and put it into perspective, the wife is right because the situation is not going to affect only “him” but more likely “them”.
Is the grass really greener?
We have all heard about the ‘grass being greener on the other side’ but I believe that’s only because the grass was being watered, fertilized and mowed regularly (or if not, it was artificial in the first place). In the same way, relationships require constant maintenance; the good ones don’t just happen. Whether it’s a relationship with your partner, employee, co-worker, family, friend, pastor – it doesn’t matter – you’re going to have to work at it and keep working at it.
Tips for knowing the difference between “I” and “we”
Some days are going to be better than others and yes it’s hard to roll with the punches, to hang in there when the going gets tough and it’s probably a lot easier to just run for the hills but if you chose the latter then the relationship probably wasn’t worth that much to you anyway now was it?
As Nathan’s mum one of my roles is to keep him on the straight and narrow, not only by my example but by sharing the life experiences of others. As I am proposing to you, so am I therefore proposing to myself: that we should all try to remember the following tips as we go about our daily lives:
- The result of our actions will usually affect someone else
- In this tiny world we are all connected in some way
- It only takes one little (inconsiderate, selfish, inhumane, thoughtless, draconian – you get the point) act to break a connection … forever
- Life is way too short not to cherish and maintain the relationships we have with those we love most.
Let’s remember the real difference between “I” and “we” as we make this world a better place in which to live.
“It takes one person to forgive, it takes two people to be reunited.” Lewis B. Smedes
Gale Weithers 
This is really nice Gale, and moreso, it is sooo true!! 🙂 Keep on inspiring others to be their better selves.
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Excellent tips!
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I like the way you make me think about situations that I take for granted. Thank you for being such a thoughtful human being
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You are so very welcome! And thanks for your very very kind words. I felt really special 🙂
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