Todays Daily Prompt: Write a letter to the personality trait you like least, convincing it to shape up or ship out. Be as threatening, theatrical, or thoroughly charming as is necessary to get the job done.
It is only recently that I have learnt to start speaking to myself more kindly and not so harshly anymore. If I were to be writing myself this letter I will not be writing harsh, dramatic or charming letter to myself, but rather, I’d be writing this letter kindly and honestly.
I have often thought that being too soft, accepting and quite vulnerable was one of my greatest flaws, but I have realised that those are in fact my strengths. So, my opinion is not to be too harsh on yourself, what you may see as a negative in yourself could well be a positive…reflect first and give yourself time before harshly chastising yourself, after all, we should be our own best friends.
I am feeling a bit of fear at the moment, very scared also…a person really close to me is ill. I am awaiting the outcome of tests. Somehow in my heart of hearts I feel that everything is going to be alright. It is at this time and times like this in my life that I am grateful for the compassionate and gentle part of myself which serves as a comfort to others close to me and a comfort to myself too, even though I am fighting back huge monster tears at the moment.
Treat yourself with kindness, treat others with kindness…wherever you path takes you…
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Hope* the happy hugger 
I hope the tests come out alright Michelle. The waiting is the worst part while my mind draws wild imagination about the could haves
Thank you, terry. I do think it will be ok.
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Meisie vir jou kom jy eerste want as jy dit nie doen nie die ander laaste.
Dankie, Newsy. I agree with you.
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I really like your advice. i hope you feel well
Thank you 🙂
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A great lesson to us all Hope. I am sure your friend is going to be fine too. You are such a sweet and caring soul. 😀 *big hugs*
Thank you, Sonel…I really hope and think so too.
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A healthy thought!
Between may god almighty help and cure that person, prayers.
I know your state, but if u feel like to read a scribble, plz check my post Resilience.
I hope to bring a smile on your face 🙂 thanks
Thank you so much,
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I hope your friend will be alright. Be kind to yourself is very important and then you can spread kindness!
Wise words, thank you Ute.
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That is kind of good advice! I hope the tests will either prove favourably negative, or point to a positive treatment.
I hope and think so too, Col. Thanks so much.
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I hope everything will be all right. I needed your advice more than anything. I admire you being so positive in this hard moments. A good example for me. Thanks. My best wishes for you and your friend.
Thank you so much, Olga.
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Great! I needed this!
I am so glad it this was of help to you, Lexo.
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Compassion and kindness are definitely strengths.
I hope the tests come back clear for your loved one, and I’m glad they have you to help them along through the trouble.
Thank you so much, El…I appreciate that.
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you always put your own spin on the prompts-love it
Thank you, Melanie.
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I too use to feel I was too ‘soft’ but being compassionate and ‘there’ for those that are close to us is not a bad trait, it’s a wonderful one… the ‘bad’ comes from those who take advantage of that kind nature! I hope all will be well with whoever it is who is unwell, I am sure that with your kindness and support ‘this too shall pass’ and everything will be fine.
Thank you so much I appreciate your words of kindness.
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My best thoughts going out to your friend.
Thank you, Phil.
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Be gentle with yourself and let your tears flow… I hope your friend will be okay 🙂
Thank you Angel, I really think he will be.
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“Treat yourself with kindness, treat others with kindness…wherever you path takes you…” There is much wisdom in these words. Thank you for sharing them.
Thank you, Russ…
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Everything is going to be okay, my dear!
Love, care and compassion are more effective transforming tools than harshness and brutality.
We improve when we are sincere with ourselves and when we painstakingly do all that is required of us at every moment.
It is fine with your friend. Expect full recovery.
Thanks for still taking out time to share your thoughts.
Keep up the good work, happy hugger.
Thank you so much teeceecounsel.
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I’m all smiles! Big hugs to you too, happyhugger! 🙂
Thanks so much 🙂
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*hugs* it’s gonna be alright.
Thank you 🙂
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Lighting a candle for you.
I will add my prayers to all for the result to be positive!
Scott
Thankyou so much, Scott.
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I hope your friend is o.k. I can tell what a great comfort you are to the people you love.
Thank you, Dor…I try to be comforting, but there are times that I think I fall short.
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*smiling at this* Yes, treat yourself with kindness.
*Sending good thoughts out for your friend and hoping for the best possible outcome.*
Thank you so much Samira 🙂
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Kindness is I believe one of …or THE most important qualities one can have… Diane
I agree with you, Dianne 🙂
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