I decided to take a step back from "academia" writing this week and post something from my personal blog. Enjoy!
People always say "Patience is a virtue", which in a lot of ways is true. But nobody ever tells you that being patient also takes hard work, faith, and perseverance. A virtue is "a desirable quality, moral excellence, goodness, righteousness, etc". Patience, by definition is "an ability or willingness to suppress restlessness or annoyance when confronted with delay." So when dealing with a situation in which you are made to wait an extended amount of time, how exactly do you practice patience? By nature, I am not a patient person, and when I have to wait for something to happen, I tend to get restless LOL. Like, I know that I shouldn't but it's hard not to. For example, I'm currently dealing with a guy whom I really like, and we get along great. The only problem is that he's "lost" aka trying to find himself and everything like that. So, I want to be patient while he's on this journey, and possibly help him as far as encouraging him and everything, but its just so hard. And I know its what I should do, not only because I would want someone to do the same thing for me, but also because its the Christian thing to do. But is there a difference between being patient and waiting for a result thats undesirable? I mean because as far as I know, he could not want to be in a relationship at all. And where does that leave me? This may seem selfish, but I have to guard my feelings. Now, I believe in God and I know that he won't have me wait for someone who isnt worth it. Its from Him that I heard that I should be patient and just stand still. But He didnt say for how long. So until this situation resolves itself, I guess I have to be patient...so yes, PATIENCE really is a virtue.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
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I completely identify with your post. I have a hard time being patient...anywhere- the line at the store, in traffic, and DEF with guys. I have a similar situation with my BF and it is difficult to figure out if you should help them "find themselves" and stick around or if you are wasting your time.
Hi Sarahb, I'm glad you enjoyed my blog. I definitely understand where you're coming from...I've come to realize that you can't really help a man find himself; its something that he has to do by himself, and when he's ready to do it. Unfortunately I didn't find this out until after this situation, but I also didn't let my feelings govern my actions; I moved on from the guy, and later found out he wasn't even interested in a relationship! So just be mindful of TRUE intentions and not letting your emotions rule out whats right in front of your face :o)
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