Hi Everyone! It's not often that I post something that someone else has written, but this message from Denis Waitley speaks to me in volumes, as I'm sure once you read it, it will to you too. I have surely had my share of those "fair-weathered" friends who really didn't have my best interests in mind. Those that have bullied me have attempted to bring me down, but I have since learned how to be stronge and to let their words and actions roll right off my back. I hope Mr. Waitley's message inspires you just as much as it has me. Enjoy!
"Although your own internal measurements are the most important, you will occasionally need to seek external feedback on your progress toward your goals. When you do, be sure it is from people who are truly interested in seeing you succeed. Don’t seek feedback from fair-weather friends, competitive peers, or any person who doesn’t have your best interests at heart. Neutral doesn’t count. Get feedback from someone who is on your side but will still be objective and honest with you.
I’ve observed time and again that misery truly does love
company. Jealousy creates some of the most miserable people I know. Surpass the
achievements of your particular social crowd or your business colleagues, and
look out for the slings and arrows of those who wish you were back where they
are. You have to dodge the snide remarks and catty comments. Let them roll right
off you. Don’t internalize them.
Only pay attention to feedback from those who have similar goals or who are working actively alongside you to achieve goals of their own. Motives and fears run deep. Study them in others. The sympathetic fair-weather friend who supports you and comforts you when you're down, may like you best when you are in just that state: down and dependent.
Ultimately, nobody else is responsible for your life but you.
Nobody else is accountable for your actions but you. Therefore, nobody’s
expectations for you and opinions about you are as important as your own. So
make sure those take precedence in your mind over all others, and if you do need
to consult with someone else, think very carefully before you choose exactly
who."
Your True Friend,
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Heather: You are truly one of the nicest people I have ever met. You are good hearted and beautiful inside and out. Do not ever let anyone still your sunshine. A smile wins a million hearts, so keep smiling. The people who are meant to be in your life will always be there for you unconditionally, and you will know who is true to you, so follow your instincts---always. The people that step in and out of your life are missed for a little while, but life goes on. This is part of growing. It is always good to know who your true friends are; unfortunately to be able to accomplish this, one must see and really recognize the true person in them. No one is perfect, so one must judge if friendship is worth the price. I always try to follow this in my life, I would rather know who truly will be there for me not only in good, but in bad times, when you truly need someone -- than have someone in my life that for some reason or another is not meant to be there. When you truly meet someone who is honest, you will have met a beautiful friend. May you always be blessed my friend. Many hugs!
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