Positively Living
by Robert Colling
This is my first posting for Positively Living . I wanted
to write something witty to brighten your day. But right now I am struggling in
keeping my own thoughts in order to even write this; because my blood pressure
is extremely high. I’m frustrated. I’m upset with people that don’t care. I’m
down right pissed. I get so aggravated with people that treat me like I’m
stupid because I don’t know what they know…Has that ever happened to you?
That’s when I have to remind myself, ‘What is it that
differentiates between an Adult and a Grown Child?’ For years I have struggled
with this question while interacting with people. I have prayed many times for
guidance and understanding. I have watched with open eyes and ears, trying to
understand that people God brings into my path for a reason. With this, I have
come to the conclusion that there are many Grown Children playing Adult. You
are surrounded by them, all in different stages of growing; ranging from
extremely polite and quiet to loud and arrogant. Do NOT let them dictate and
malign you. You are an Adult. Hold your head high. Listen for the Lord.
Understand who and what surrounds you, all while being polite and respectful.
Then open your mouth and say something.
Here is only one key difference (out of many) between a
Grown Child and an Adult. A Grown Child makes all decisions from what feels
good, without regard for other people, Selfish. An Adult makes decisions with a
degree of empathy for those in the situation. An Adult will make mistakes, but
they learn from them and apologize quickly, while correcting and growing. Where
are you?
What I am describing is a small nugget of a walk with
Christ. Growing in empathy and understanding is a gift that involves your
participation. Be honest with yourself. Allow good people to see and interact
with the messy, miserable sides of ourselves. Keep your chin up; God has good
things planned for you.
Thank you. This has been therapeutic for me and I hope good
for you too.
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