Freedom From Slavery

Continuing a thought from a recent post.....

It's actually a subtle form of masochism. We - me, you and the rest of society, allow others who have no right to be our Masters to rule over our emotions and moods.

She said something offensive.

He didn't do me the favor I asked.

She saw me and didn't say hello.

He didn't invite me to his wedding.

I am offended.

This person is your Master and your emotions are his slave.

Remember sweetest friends. People without inadequacies and glaring weaknesses are not only rare. They don't exist. If she wasn't friendly, it isn't YOUR problem. It's hers. Allowing yourself to get all bent out of shape about it makes you a pathetic victim of human shortcomings.

We all need to resolve to feel good and happy REGARDLESS of whether our friend Danny calls to wish mazel tov when we get engaged or if our friend Chani likes our new outfit.

Think about it....