Attitude Check

My patience for people has diminished this semester; particularly when it comes to flawed logic or lack of effort. The later, in particular, has a way of burrowing under my skin to the point that I can't seem to keep my mouth shut when I observe it. It was recently brought to my attention that this new found characteristic has made some people shy away from me and others perceive me as mean. Both outcomes, in my opinion, are less than ideal, but when you've had it up to your eyeballs with something what is one to do?

I often try to put myself in the other person's shoes and/or reflect on a comparable personal experience so that I can understand his/her perspective. This, however, results in me trying to fix whatever problem the person is facing, which is useful to people open to advice and obnoxious, apparently, to folks who are super sensitive. Although I'm approaching my 30th revolution around the sun I have yet to figure out how to keep my comments to myself....especially when its easy pickings :)

This week in response to my formal acknowledgement of this less than becoming quality, I will actively work at keeping my comments to myself and allowing people to learn in their own time. Personal growth is important to me so what better way to get to the zen status that us mortal folks strive for than to implement a structure for personal growth.

So wish me luck as I try to develop my own mind and refrain from assisting others.

Happy Earth Day!