I've been on the receiving end of cruelty all too often in my life. People who are too quick to judge because of appearance, because of pre-conceived notions about who and what I am or what my hopes and dreams are. I chose not to let it make me bitter, or become cruel in turn. I've worked at developing patience and a slow tongue, even though I have a terrible temper. I'd rather walk away from conflict and be seen as weak, rather than cause damage by indulging my nature.
This has not been an immediate process, and it's still in progress. But I understand, all too well, what cruelty does, and I try to avoid it and show compassion for others as well as myself.
How many will remember the lesson taught? Sadly, I'm afraid not many. We just have to keep trying.
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Date: 2009-04-17 05:20 pm (UTC)This has not been an immediate process, and it's still in progress. But I understand, all too well, what cruelty does, and I try to avoid it and show compassion for others as well as myself.
How many will remember the lesson taught? Sadly, I'm afraid not many. We just have to keep trying.