An Eye for an Eye

but can we change the I for an I?

The power of the use of the I has many benefits.

In daily affirmations, the positive use of "I" can assist in a new day starting correctly.

I am, repeatedly used, followed by statements of intent, aids in the brain focussing on all of the attributes we possess but may not think of immediately.

This language is the correct and positive way to speak to ourselves.

We are encouraging a happier and more affirming mindset.

But are we mindful of how we use the "I" when speaking to others?

We may be less mindful of this area and may have hurtful reactions to it.

Encouraging ourselves to do what is suitable for how we feel in certain situations is a good thing, things that we are in control of.

The "I" can suddenly change in areas where another is involved.

The path to correct communication sometimes needs removing the "I" or at least being more aware of how we use it.

If a partner says they are unhappy and want to leave, instead of asking what am "I" going to do if you leave, perhaps ask what can "I" do to make this work.

When a friend is in distress or unhappy with how the friendship is going, rather than well "I" and make it about you, hear them out and rephrase your response.

When things build up and come at us, how often do we play the victim and say I, I, I?

Yes, you are a good person, and we are all trying our best to change the I can't, to I can.

I'd be lost without you, and I wouldn't survive without you. I can't imagine my life without you.

All beautiful sentiments to use and compliments to give to someone, but could these statements add pressure onto those we bestow them on?

Do these words make it more about us than them?

If someone is unhappy and admits it honestly to us, this is their unhappiness, not ours, but how often do we make we switch it around?

The boss who needs to speak to us, our children, and their requests, to the partner who wishes for more quality time, is about listening to them and responding in a helpful, kind way.

Contrary to the alphabet, sometimes it's essential to say to someone I will put U before I should they come to us with a feeling of unhappiness.

For it is theirs, and not our.

The language we use or how we interoperate it can make a huge and positive difference in resolving someone's upset.

Are there areas that come to mind in how you spoke to someone before?

Can you be more mindful of conversations in the future?

Hope everyone has a lovely week

And as alway's, I am grateful to you all for reading,

so thank you.

Marcus.