Don’t compromise yourself. You are all you’ve got.
MEET YOUR NEEDS Do not compromise yourself. The approval of others is conditional if it depends on your behaving in a way that is not your choice. If you really want to be happy, you must be true to yourself. Others may at first be puzzled when you play a new role, so be consistent. Set clear restrictions concerning inappropriate behaviors and stick to them. Provide reasonable consequences for any violation of your boundaries, and follow through with the repercussions you have established. You have every right to set limits and maintain your own space. At first, others may not respect your choices. However, when you consistently demonstrate that "No" means "No" instead of "Maybe," they will catch on. If you feel uncomfortable reinforcing your boundaries or implementing consequences, you may wish to access the assistance of a supportive individual or group.
This will be my last “Thought for the week” for 2008 so here’s wishing you a “Being true to yourself 2009” and I leave you with the following wish:
Christmas gives us a chance
for renewed Hope
Putting off the old, and trying on something new.
May you have a New Year
in which you flourish
with peace, contentment,
and love that overflows May you have joy this Christmas Season
A New Year filled with peace
and new beginnings overflowing in love
Merry Christmas
