Do you do this? Give too many chances, carry others' darkness as your own?
Don't limit the reading of this little snippet as simply relational, significant others, but relational work, business, politics, relationships — professional and otherwise.
I've conclusively concluded (redundant?) this is one of my pain in the tush merciful, forgiving, idealistic, romanticizing traits.
Justifying second, third, and forth chances, I oft-times repeat: forgive if you want to be forgiven, grant mercy.
As important as forgiving and extending mercy is to remember. While forgiving is necessary and liberating, allowing negative behavior and treatment over and over is, well, the definition of insanity.
Forgive, extend mercy and grace, and move along, lickety-split. We aren't dogs returning to our vomit.
I'm not a psychologist, nor have I ever played one on TV. Fortunately God placed many wise people in my life. He knew/knows I need wisdom and direction. Use care when seeking wisdom and understanding. The mind is a terrible thing to waste, and not to be opened to those with less than honorable intentions.
Hugs to all.
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