Don't sweat the small stuff. (902 hits)
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Submitted by <griffsrgr8.at.hotmail.com> (View user info) at 2004-01-16 18:21:28 EST
Not sweating the small stuff was one of my New Years resolutions. I figured it would be the easiest out of the bunch, but it's turning out to be the hardest. Yes, I know it's only January 16th.
I have a habit of letting the most insignificant happenings completely ruin my day. I'm spoiled, can't take criticism well, quick to lose my temper, and my glass is always half empty because someone else drank it, and when I find out who did it, I'm drawing blood. Pessimist? Obviously.
I realized that there are people in this world with problems much more severe than my batteries dying in my CD player. I have no right to go off on the delivery guy when my sub is 10 minutes late, and now I only have 50 minutes to smash, smoke and shit. It's unnecessary to pout at work all day when my monthly review is only "Very Good" and not "Outstanding". Basically, I need to grow up, and learn to choose my battles.
I think one problem contributing to my lack of success not sweating the small stuff, is another resolution of mine. To not let myself be taken advantage of. Now there's been situations where I believed certain people have taken me for granted, gotten something over on me, and I haven't said a word. I'm realizing that my new assertive attitude, is making me come off as a grumpy bitch. My take no shit way of living is not the way to go, because I'm always suspicious, very critical, and even more quick to lose my temper. This all just hit me last night, in a rum and coke(the cola) infused frenzy of self loathing.
I know I need to make some changes, I thought I knew how to do it, turns out I'm worse off now than how I was December 31st. I can't see myself buying any "Self Improvement" books. I don't think I will be staring into a mirror while reading affirmations anytime soon. I guess the next step would be.......something like.......damned if I know.
On another note, those who made their own resolutions for 2004, how are they going?
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Submitted by Insanethemind (user info) at 2004-01-17 09:05:06 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Thanks. It's wonderful already. I'm about to go for a walk with one of my friends.
I have been on an emotional rollercoaster for as long as I can remember , since before I was a teen for sure.
Lithium has put a stop to that. It's amazing how well it works for me.
I hope you feel better soon.
:)
Submitted by fell-8-me (user info) at 2004-01-16 21:14:49 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
+2 because it doesn't at all resemble the other "Don't sweat the small stuff" post that is floating around.
Submitted by griffsrgr8 (user info) at 2004-01-16 20:37:28 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
I guess this does have a "diary" feel to it. It's the most honest I've been with myself for awhile.
Insane-Depression issues? Maybe. I just want to be a little more stable. You have a wonderful weekend yourself.
Submitted by Insanethemind (user info) at 2004-01-16 19:46:38 EST (#)
Ranking: 1
I feel better than I can ever remember. I didn't make New Year's resolutions: they were already in place but have really started these last two weeks.
I'm sure things will be fine. I don't know how to advise you though. Are you having depression issues?
Have a wonderful weekend!
Submitted by esso_merda (user info) at 2004-01-16 19:37:37 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
I hate New Year's Resolutions.
Submitted by MrB (user info) at 2004-01-16 18:38:20 EST (#)
Ranking: 1
Yes: nice counting crows review ;-)
+1: I don't read your diary, so feel to post it here...hehehe
Submitted by Phinch (user info) at 2004-01-16 18:35:17 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
makes me so damn angry!
Submitted by ugaly (user info) at 2004-01-16 18:30:13 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
You could have put that whole first part in your diary and saved me the pain of reading it
Submitted by Yes (user info) at 2004-01-16 18:24:34 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
round here, stuff don't get smaller than a negative two. here you go.