The Blame Game....

I am thankful for the ability to remain calm and be peaceful. In the past I may have let what someone else says or does offend or upset me. People can say or do what they want, I have no control over that. What I can control is how I respond. If I react then I am allowing that person or situation to control me, push my buttons. In most cases that is exactly the desired result of the offender. Can I encourage you to let others say what they want without taking offense. If it's not the truth don't own it. Being offended is a choice. Just like remaining calm and in peace is a choice. We make that choice ourselves. Stop the blame game and own your feelings. What you feel is NEVER someone else's fault.