Taking Another Look | by Madisyn Taylor When we meet someone for the first time, we often create a defining image in our minds of who that person is. We may also determine whether or not that someone is worth getting to know. Sometimes when an initial interaction is particularly uncomfortable or challenging, we can decide to close our hearts to this new acquaintance entirely. But being too quick to judge can cause us to lose out on a potentially wonderful, enriching relationship. First impressions don't always give the complete picture, so if you meet someone who leaves you less than impressed, consider giving them a second chance. You might be pleasantly surprised. Everyone deserves to be given a second chance. We know from personal experience how painful it can feel to be misunderstood or judged. We have good hearts and want them to be seen. We have so much to offer and want others to welcome our gifts. When someone shuts us out before they even know who we are, it can feel frustrating, hurtful, and confusing. By giving others a second chance, we can extend the same courtesy we would ask for ourselves. In this way, we set a precedent for all our relationships: to allow everyone the freedom and safety to simply be human. Whether it is a blind date or your new neighbor, everyone has a full life outside of their interaction with you. They may be preoccupied with a personal or business situation that affects the way they are presenting themselves, or maybe they had a rough day or some bad news. If you give them the room to be who they are, where they are, you will allow yourself to do the same. When you are considering giving someone a second chance, first check in with your inner knowing. If you find that your intuition is advising you to keep your distance, it is important to honor the guidance you receive. By honoring your intuition when it has wisdom to share, you can feel confident and happy in your decision to give others a second chance. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by Mary Joye, LMHC While everyone experiences feeling lonely from time to time, having deeper, prolonged feelings of loneliness can cause us to withdraw, increasing feelings of isolation. However, it's possible for anyone to overcome loneliness and create and maintain lasting healthy relationships and connections with the right course of actions, techniques, and knowledge. With this empowering 7-day course, you'll receive expert guidance and advice you can apply immediately to help you identify, choose, and cultivate enriching relationships for your unique needs. Your mind is the greatest tool to combatting loneliness, and these lessons will show you how to use holistic methods to challenge prior maladaptive thought processes and create lasting, positive connections with people and banish loneliness from your life. Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. Beneficial Stretches for the Inflexible 2. Speaking Your Truth in Relationships 3. How to Communicate Like a Buddhist 4. Go Sleeveless in 14 Days 5. Pelvis Reset for Lower Back Pain 6. Fit and Fierce Over 40 7. 21 Day Tabata Yoga Body Challenge 8. Be Free from Unhealthy Relationships 9. 21 Day Plant-Based Plan for a Lighter, Happier YOU! 10. Chakra Dance to Change Your Life
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