Do you get upset or annoyed when others perceive you in a different way then what you intended?

I work hard on staying positive in my life even when others perceive me in a way that makes no sense to me.

I cannot do anything about how others perceive me. I can only do what I am able to keep working towards not being dragged down by others points of view about me.

Wishing everyone well is the only thing I can do if anyone sees me as anything that's not positive.

Too many of us look at others to brighten their day. There's nothing wrong with that if it's being reciprocated. I have an issue when others always want me to brighten their day and they do nothing to brighten mine.

It works both ways. Holy Moly.

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whatalife68 · 70-79, M

Helping people has been my way of life since birth. Doing things to make peoples day is just part of who I am and what I do. I learned early that expecting someone to do the same for me should not be expected because I would be disappointed. Only I can make my day happy or miserable, it is my choice. If someone does something to make my day brighter I look at it as a surprise gift. It brings me joy and happiness to know I have the power to change others day and sometimes life by being me.

Umile18

Well said.

whatalife68 · 70-79, M

@Umile18: thank you.

Justpeaceandlove · 61-69, F

I practice this same thing. Being human sometimes gets in the way. ;) maybe being an alien is better. :)

whatalife68 · 70-79, M

spent my life working with people who needed someone to listen and guide them so they could again take charge of their own life and happiness. Spent 25 yrs working with disabled veterans. Being human did get in the way on occasion, not sure if an Alien could have handled it. LOL

Justpeaceandlove · 61-69, F

@whatalife68: I applaud you for your service sir. Maybe you helped the many military men in my family. Thank you! 🍀💖🌈🌹🌞