Don't Be So Hard On Others

Have you ever noticed that some of the behaviors or habits in other people that really really annoy you, might also possibly be true of you?  Is the saying, "What I don't like about you can also be said about me" a true saying at times?

Obviously, there are some things that people do that aren't reflective of us.  Maybe you're a safe driver and you get annoyed when someone purposely cuts you off.  Or maybe it upsets you when someone chats on his or her cell phone at a public restaurant and you don't even own a cell phone.

But then there are times when a person's behavior bothers you, but you do the same thing!  I know it's true of me...

1. People who don't RSVP.  When I plan a social of some sort, I want people to RSVP.  If I don't hear back from those whom I've invited, I don't know how much food to plan on.  I also sometimes take it personally, wondering if the person cares about our friendship.  BUT, I'm guilty of not always sending an RSVP.  Sometimes I just forget and honestly, sometimes I don't feel like doing it.

2. People who give advice when it's not requested.  I had a secretary that did this to me all the time, and it drove me nuts!!!  I wished that she would keep her opinions to herself.  BUT, I find myself once in awhile saying, "I know you're not asking for my opinion, but..."

3. People who don't put items back in their proper place.  It drives me nuts when someone borrows the stapler or tape from my desk and doesn't put it back in the designated spot.  BUT, walk into my home and you'll see several items that need to be put away.  I live alone, so it's not like I can blame it on a spouse or child.  I don't even have a cat to blame!  

So next time you're about to get upset with someone for the quirky thing he/she did or didn't do, ask yourself if you're guilty of the same behavior.  Unless a behavior is outrageously wrong, lighten up.  Use your time and energy to enjoy life...not focusing on the little frustrations of life.