more seriousness...damnit
I don't want to get into any details as I am posting this as a public entry, but I had a REALLY good session with my counselor earlier this evening. She pushed me really hard and deep into my thoughts and feelings concerning some issues I've been having, and I've made a few startling realizations. Let me just say that when I put these into practice (the wheels are already in motion) how I feel about myself in terms of relating to myself and others will be RADICALLY different.
Let me say something that I've said once before, but this is the basic part of it, without naming any names or indicating what issue(s) this relates to:
I am a human being. I deserve respect. I have no time for relationships where I get the blunt end of the stick. If you can't respect me and treat me the way I deserve (not 'want') to be treated, then you and I will say goodbye.
I know, it sounds harsh. Marlene (my counselor) said it is. But she said I need to start thinking like that more. I am NOT a doormat. Respect goes BOTH ways, kiddies.
Let me say something that I've said once before, but this is the basic part of it, without naming any names or indicating what issue(s) this relates to:
I am a human being. I deserve respect. I have no time for relationships where I get the blunt end of the stick. If you can't respect me and treat me the way I deserve (not 'want') to be treated, then you and I will say goodbye.
I know, it sounds harsh. Marlene (my counselor) said it is. But she said I need to start thinking like that more. I am NOT a doormat. Respect goes BOTH ways, kiddies.