dealing with
People.
There are times when we’re not in our best moods. At times, we can be selfish, carry a sense of entitlement, or even act rudely. Sometimes, stubbornness gets the best of us. The truth is, everyone has been wrong at some point in their lives.
As long as you’re on this earth, you’ll always be surrounded by people—whether you love them or not. Even in death, unless you’re buried in some remote place or cremated, you’ll still find yourself among others in a graveyard—the only difference is, they won’t stress you out anymore! The reality is, we all have to learn to deal with people, just as they learn to deal with us. The idea of isolating ourselves and living in our own little world is just wishful thinking—like it or not, this is a people’s world.
While all this is true, it’s equally true that you shouldn’t deal with everyone—because that’s not wisdom. Not everyone belongs in your life. Some of the people you have around you today shouldn’t be there, and some of the people you cut off may have actually been meant to stay.
When you understand the value of people, you won’t just open your heart and space to anyone. I’ve had some of the most heartbreaking experiences simply because I allowed the wrong people into my life—people who hadn’t earned their place.
Oh yes, people must earn their place in your heart. It’s not about emotions or sentiments—it’s about proven reliability and trust!
Someone once said, “You met someone three days ago and you’re already saying ‘MY LOVE.’” And honestly, that’s us! We open our hearts too quickly to everyone and everything—then we wonder why disappointment keeps knocking at our door.
Let’s be real—some tenants in your heart need immediate eviction. Don’t draft a notice, don’t give them a grace period—just evict! Trust me, I’ve learned this the hard way. I used to welcome people with open arms, only to realize (through pain, of course) that not everyone deserves that access.
Take your time to study people. Observe that new friend. That new guy. That new girl. You’ll never know someone 100%, but with time, people reveal whether they are worth even a small hut in your heart. Above all, be the good person first before expecting it from others.
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.” (Philippians 2:3)
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