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Old Feb 28, 2012, 03:24 AM
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Originally Posted by lil-angel-wings View Post
... I find the only way to not be demonize is to just not speak my mind... well thats me anyway

Im here
lil-angel-wings

Your comment reminds me how inconsistent I am in relating to others. Sometimes I jump in feet first, sword blazing, and defend what I believe is right. That often results in weeks of tremendous emotional instability for me. Just getting my blood boiling, even if I "win" the argument leaves me emotionally shattered and volatile.
I tend to back off when I see conflict looming, not because I don't care, but because I am learning that if I am to be of any use to anyone, I need to deal with things in a way that doesn't trigger instability. That can often be frustrating in itself, because I tend to feel like a wimp, and I still simmer with anger at injustice that "got away with murder". Sometimes I keep quiet because I just can't articulate a diplomatic and effective response.

On a happier note, I have just got back from 4 days of relaxing with my family at a country estate.
Thanks for this!
costello