Take The High Road
Kevin Fream
America's Cyberist Helping Financial & Professional Services Avoid Loss, Improve Business, and Eliminate Doubt
T - Minus 219 Days
Maybe you have this superpower too? I can make people angry or laugh without really trying.
The e-mail flame came in with various odd accusations or threats, including personal attacks. After the anger and crazy, they always seem to end on a nice note of "Have a good weekend."
You never know someone's state of mind like if they are drunk or high, having a bad day, or just took something the wrong way.
I admit I was shocked and extremely angry at first with enough adrenaline to turn into the Incredible Hulk. Then I realized their reaction was likely all of the above.
You can only control your behavior, so I let it go and took Sherri to see Top Gun: Maverick - which was fantastic.
Daily mission:?If something upsets you today, take up to 5 minutes to stand up and breathe deeply to change your state.
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