those people who pluck on + irk your nerves are unknowingly presenting you with a huge opportunity, fam.
they are offering you the opportunity to practice your patience.
“i want patience, but not like this” is likely the phrase to part your lips when given this information, but hear this —
i mean, you’ve been asking for more patience, correct? 😅
how you are presented with the gift isn’t as important as what you do with the gift.
plus, patience has its perks.
patience is a gateway to the finest things in life.
with patience, you can properly assess a situation without interference from prematurely communicating your thoughts + assumptions.
with patience, you’re more likely to sit still, observe, + learn.
with patience, you have the opportunity to improve your listening skills, giving you space to forge deeper connections + foster healthier relationships.
your persistence is a payoff off from your patience.
persistence can lead to continued action, to fulfilling work, + to accomplishment + success.
while folks are working your nerves, (silently) thank them for the opportunity to practice + build your patience.
after all, it’s not your anger that will keep them from dancing on your last nerve, it’s your patience that will bring you the peace you most desire.
be you, be dope!
Phylicia Sadsarin
Mindset Coach
journal prompt(s) for today:
in what ways did you practice patience today?