Self Respect

It is quite an opportunity for us as humans to constantly and consistently be conscious of our behaviors and how that effects another. However, I am learning more and more each day that it is imperative to learn how our behavior impacts someone else. Sometimes some people expect you to just 'go along' with EVERYTHING that they do or say or the way that they act: even if it is hurtful towards that other person.
There is a fine line of self respect that needs to come into play here. And of course if you don't have self respect it is difficult to respect others as well.

Lately I have been faced with some people who are being hurtful with their behavior expecting me to just go along with whatever they 'dish out'... I know it may not be intentionally meant or consciously meant however it has to stop. What I realize is that we don't have to subject ourselves repeatedly to 'painful' situations and environments. What is the point of that? Just to please another, when not pleasing ourselves and respecting ourselves?? No more... We have the right to be conscious in our decisions and protect and care for ourselves. Because those that are making these unconscious actions and decisions repeatedly are at the root only thinking about what is best for themselves. Nothing wrong with that, however that puts things in a different perspective. Communicate what and why these actions are necessary as many times as you need to towards someone you love, because if you miss that opportunity it may be something that will hurt them deeply and cause core damage to the relationships you have.

Always learning something new about those I care about and myself...

In love and gratitude

Asha