Lately I have been taking my time getting out of the car when I get to work. Sometimes it's to finish the podcast I am listening too. Sometimes it's to take a minute to look at the what I am having to face. Here lately it's to pray. I have found that a little prayer asking for guidance through out the day makes for a better day.
What I am asking for is not so much for me but for those around me. For example, today I didn't ask for patience, I asked for guidance to interact with those around me in a manner that is pleasing to the Lord. I asked for help Listening and not just hearing. I asked for help in dealing with problems without reacting to them.
Today, there was a complaint about a product. I looked up the information about the product and came to the realization as to why that problem occured. I also found out that it wasn't our fault. I responded without reacting.
I was able to carry on a conversation with someone who has been rather upset with me. A co-worker who felt that I should have hired her into my department. I couldn't because of her negative behavior. She was hurt and felt betrayed. I was prompted to speak with her and found out she will be having surgery next week and was concerned. We were able to talk and I was able to comfort her. I interacted with her in a way I believe was pleasing to the Lord.
Today I was able to listen to a peer who was frustrated with another peer. I was a sounding board and that peer was able to let go of the issue. I listened and didn't just hear.
By getting into the right frame of mind, not only did my day go well but other's had a better day too. I will try to get in the right frame of mind each day. We all need a little peace in this hectic world and being in the right frame of mind goes a long way to achieving Peace
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