It is 5pm and I am writing for tomorrow's blog. When you read this, remember that I wrote this yesterday. So it is 5pm and I am angry.
Someone, [not a family member] said something to Scott that they had no right to say. In a world where I am trying to build a relationship with my son, someone said something that was not helpful.
It made me mad.
Or, I chose to be mad. Anyway, I felt, I still feel mad.
After about 30 minutes I realize that the only person that I can do anything about in this story is me. So what to do with this anger?
First, I recognize that it is there, and that it is ok to feel angry.
Secondly, I choose to take steps to move on.1. I justify the person who said the words: they don't understand, they are not very smart, blah blah blah
2. I put on some Fernando Ortega. Soothing music calms the savage beast.
3. I eat some chocolate. [always a good option.]
Whew, I feel better already!
Anger does not have to last forever. Feel it, and then take steps to move on. You don't want to get stuck in anger.
It's a beautiful day in God's world, be sure to see the good.
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I am, along with Sherri Swanson and Aaron Brown, leading a trip to the Holy Land January 23-February 2, 2023.
For more information, click the link below. And if you have any questions, please feel free to email me at jsbrink57@gmail.com
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