Unlearn by Humble the Poet

Author:Humble the Poet
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi, azw3
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 2019-02-06T16:00:00+00:00

THESE MOMENTS ARE GIFTS SQUANDERED WHILE WE FOCUS ON THE ONES THAT HAVE ALREADY PASSED, OR THE ONES WE HOPE WILL COME IN THE FUTURE.

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You Can’t Save ’em All

What you’ll notice is, the ones who make the most forward progress in life are the ones who are the most open to change. Many folks tell you their problems simply to vent and don’t really care for any constructive solutions, as those constructive solutions may require them to leave their beloved comfort zones.

We’re only equipped with so much time and energy, and it can get expensive if we spend them frivolously on folks who have no intention outside of sucking us dry. People love attention, and sometimes the only way they think they can get it is through tugging on the strings of our hearts.

In no way am I advocating we all become self-indulged islands of apathy (though it wouldn’t hurt to admit that there are elements of that in us). I’m simply saying to be mindful of people who may be exploiting your kindness for purposes outside of bettering themselves.

We ALL have our own struggles. Personally, I don’t want to weigh down the people I love with my problems. I ask for assistance, but also try to bring value to the people around me. Personally, I prefer to pick people’s brains over meals and learn that way. I’ve also noticed that when many folks look for advice, they’ve already made up their mind, and are merely looking for some affirmation and validation for that decision.

Trust your gut; there isn’t anyone else out there more qualified to deal with you than yourself. When folks come to you for help, be mindful of their intention; it may not be evident at first, but it will be very soon. Some folks will appreciate you teaching them to fish, while others will continue to come back for another handout.

Empathy can be exploited, and in turn that can turn us off helping others in the future, which would be a shame. Put folks in a position to help themselves; everyone wins in that situation, and that support can be paid forward.

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