Think About It

I like to be liked. It makes me feel good when people agree with what I say or write. It’s not that I think I know everything (which is painfully obvious), but it gives me a warm feeling to know that people think I am on the right track. While the previous statements are accurate, the converse is true as well. I don’t particularly appreciate it when people disagree with me or challenge me. When they take issue with one of my ideas, it’s almost like they are attacking one of my children – and I don’t take to kindly to that. Even though this is natural, it may be a bit over the top. While there is value in standing up for what we think or believe, there is also something good about not taking disagreement too personally. Our thoughts are just that – thoughts. They don’t have life in and of themselves, so it shouldn’t be a big deal when people challenge them. In fact, good ideas are the ones that are seasoned by reason. They have been explored by others and found to be valid.