Threw down last week when the director of an independent living home refused to let a neighbor help a neighbor (it disrupted the director's comfort, you see).
Takeaways:
1) My fuse is shorter lately;
2) Authority should ABSOLUTELY be challenged;
3) I need to reboot my mindfulness practice.
Takeaways:
1) My fuse is shorter lately;
2) Authority should ABSOLUTELY be challenged;
3) I need to reboot my mindfulness practice.
Comments
I was mostly frustrated that I got so instantly hot with anger that I wasn't as effective. If I'd paused for a few extra seconds, I think I could have changed the culture in that room. Instead, I allowed her to stay angry and defensive. A job half done, you know?
Her feelings are her responsibility, for sure. Also, the consequences of my actions are mine. Do I want to express my feelings, or do I want change? I want change, and that only comes with the power of the pause.
Here’s to making lasting change that makes room for all of us and all our parts!