"A single moment of misunderstanding is so poisonous
that it makes us forget the hundred lovable moments
spent together within a minute."
Unknown
A thoughtless statement is made and the words zing through our heart like a piercing arrow. An apology is made, which removes the arrow, but the puncture to the heart continues to throb. Conversations move things along, but if you listen carefully, a whimpering can still be heard.
We recall the biting words and reprimand ourselves for being so sensitive and over reactive. We are haunted as the ego schools us to have higher self esteem, stronger confidence, and appreciation for our personal gifts. Our energy is zapped by our attempts to silence the negativity streaming through our minds with rapid increase.
In our own time, we eventually slow down and begin to process our feelings more realistically. We are less defensive and more open to interpretation. Perhaps we can see where we jumped to a conclusion; gave away our personal power emotionally; and willingly leaped into drama. When we hold ourselves accountable for our reactions, we can learn to maneuver through future conflict more easily by conserving our emotional energy.
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