I really needed to hear those words today. Thank you for that. I struggle with my anger, especially in the car. I feel like so many people are in a hurry and willing to risk not only their lives but mine just to get from point A to point B. I started an exercise trying to imagine that the person is on the way to family or emergency and that is why they are in such a hurry. That usually works until I see them turn into a DQ! Still a worthy endeavor. Thanks for the encouragement.
To show empathy, I often ask myself "what is the best possible motive" I can attribute to this person's behavior? It helps me enact my commitment to not being easily offended, a key to returning to calmness and peace of mind.
I really needed to hear those words today. Thank you for that. I struggle with my anger, especially in the car. I feel like so many people are in a hurry and willing to risk not only their lives but mine just to get from point A to point B. I started an exercise trying to imagine that the person is on the way to family or emergency and that is why they are in such a hurry. That usually works until I see them turn into a DQ! Still a worthy endeavor. Thanks for the encouragement.
Ha! I did a spit take at “that usually works until I see them turn into a DQ!” Thanks brother! And God bless! I appreciate the comment and the laugh!
To show empathy, I often ask myself "what is the best possible motive" I can attribute to this person's behavior? It helps me enact my commitment to not being easily offended, a key to returning to calmness and peace of mind.
Amen. Me too, brother!