A Friday thought...

I have no idea what I am about to write, so here goes!! Life is so very interesting... been listening to this seminar done by Wayne somebody, called "Its Never Crowded Along the Extra Mile" - very interesting... Lots of thoughts on life, spirituality, ways to create awareness and to open up. The thing that always gets me about the people that do these seminars and write these books is that they sometimes sound SO corny that it makes it hard to take them seriously. But this one was pretty good. It definitely made me ponder my own life and ways of dealing with things. Things I have been pondering already and gave me other ways to look at it. Interestingly, a lot of the principles that he talked about, I have already incorporated into my life. It was one of those kicks in the ass that I need every so often to help me along the path of learning and growing. I see a bit more clearly the things in my life that I need to work on and learn how to deal with better. Like reacting positively to a negative situation. Amazing how hard it is... we are SO wrapped up in being defensive and attacking back when we are attacked. Even something as simple as dealing with someone when they snap at you in what seems to be a snotty way. We automatically get defensive and attack back... If we can turn that around and respond in a kind way and find words and actions that are positive in response, it is amazing the results... it is just SO hard sometimes. Especially when it comes from those that really know how to push your buttons or those that you have become accustomed to dealing with in certain ways. So, that is my goal right now. To reject the immediate anger or irritation that hits at times and try to turn it around and either let it go or respond calmly and kindly. Now, I am NOT saying to let people walk on you! Absolutely NOT! But by acting in a positive manner we can counteract their negativity. And what better than feeling good and making someone else feel good? Or, at least better... Sounds like a good plan to me! Well, that's it for today. Off to get a cold one and play some geetar (I hope!!). PL&P! Until the next time...