WE NEED MORE MUSCLE SHIRTS
Do you realize that the mood that you project has an impact on the world around you? No matter what your disposition is, it has an affect on others. So you need to evaluate, do you wear your feelings on your sleeve. We all want to be genuine with others. We want to be ourselves. But there are definitely some times to hold back.
We need to share the good. We need to increase the joy in the lives of those around us. When times are good, let's share it with others. So when you're having a great day. When the sun is brighter than normal, you slept like a baby, and you just got a bonus at work, share the joy. Don't flaunt it or brag, but actually share. If you got a bonus, take a couple of coworkers out to lunch. Actually SHARE the joy.
But on the flipside, when you are tired, frustrated or grumpy, don't dump that on those closest to you. Of course, if you're really discouraged, you should be able to count on some support from friends. But if you had a fight with your kids and then had a rough night sleep, keep that to yourself. There is no positive impact that comes from complaining. So if you are like me and tend to wear your emotions on your sleeves, choose the right times to do so. Or we'll need more muscle shirts.
We need to share the good. We need to increase the joy in the lives of those around us. When times are good, let's share it with others. So when you're having a great day. When the sun is brighter than normal, you slept like a baby, and you just got a bonus at work, share the joy. Don't flaunt it or brag, but actually share. If you got a bonus, take a couple of coworkers out to lunch. Actually SHARE the joy.
But on the flipside, when you are tired, frustrated or grumpy, don't dump that on those closest to you. Of course, if you're really discouraged, you should be able to count on some support from friends. But if you had a fight with your kids and then had a rough night sleep, keep that to yourself. There is no positive impact that comes from complaining. So if you are like me and tend to wear your emotions on your sleeves, choose the right times to do so. Or we'll need more muscle shirts.
posted by Tony at
3:23 PM
1 Comments:
Thanks, Tony. I've noticed this is kind of a recurring theme from some of your past blog entries, that is, not being negative, etc.
Coming from a non-Christian family where my parents bickered and complained about every little thing, I struggle myself with not complaining or being pessimistic. It's not a legacy I want to pass on so I'm asking Christ to help me break that cycle, and to instead focus on the positives and blessings in life, all those things (which are so many!) to be thankful for.
I appreciate the great reminder to share with others the good things and ditch the whining/complaints and negativity. Being positive and thankful is so counter-cultural, and a great way to remind others (and ourselves!) of all the goodness of God...
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CJ, at 11:44 AM
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