I missed the middle place. The middle part of a discussion I recently walked in on, and presumably, the most important part.  I have to say, though, it was quite entertaining.

I was sitting in a room, and heard people having a seemingly innocent conversation about trying to remember a particular name. I went about my business, left the room, and then came back to hear, “Of course I remember why I married you.” This was said in a not so user friendly voice, I might add.

Ouch. That escalated quite quickly.

How do things go from one level to another, in just a few minutes? What happens in the middle place?

It’s funny, isn’t it? We can be having a nice, friendly, pleasant conversation, and then in a matter of just a few moments, things can take a turn. For the worse.

We all get frustrated and impatient at times. Especially when we’re having a conversation with someone who doesn’t see our point of view. Sometimes it’s hard to remember to pay attention to where the other person’s coming from. It’s easy to get irritated. We’ve all been there.

When we talk to others, let’s try to be a little more patient, and a little less grumpy. Let’s have a little more empathy, and be a little more tolerant. Life is hectic and busy, but you just never know what someone has going on or is dealing with. Having pleasant conversations with people throughout your day will allow you to have a better day. You’ll be spreading positive energy to those around you.

Why wouldn’t you want to do that?

Don’t allow small differences to cause big problems. It takes up a lot of energy and it’s really not worth it.

At all.

As for listening to someone else’s conversation, I’m probably better off just minding my own business. But, I make no promises.

Find meaning each day,

Dara