An interesting thing that's happening as I share my health journey is people stepping forward to tell me what's going on for them. If you have attended my classes or talks or if you have read my essays, you know I have said more than once that everyone has a story.
We see people in the market or driving down the road and maybe they are acting a little less noble than we think they should. What we don't know is that they or someone they love is facing an illness or challenge. We don't know they just lost their job or spouse. We don't know what is going on for other people just like they don't know what's going on for us - unless we tell them.
It is easier to judge others than it is to be compassionate. It really does come back to treating others the way we want to be treated. Assume the best of people instead of jumping to the worst. If people seem crabby or mean-spirited, give them the benefit of the doubt. Don't you want people to do the same for you.
Although I am keeping up with most of the duties of my life, there are many times during the day when I simply don't feel good. There are times when I am discouraged because I can't do all the things I used to do. There are times I wonder how this adventure will turn out. And I'm sure I don't always act my best self right now even though I try my best. Let's give one another some breathing room and remember everyone has a story - just like you!
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