I think the same as you've cleverly reflected. Sometimes we have the right words to say to others who are going through a phase but when we get In a similar situation, we can't seem to find the keys to that particular word bank and withdraw encouraging words for ourselves.
To overcome this, I tried discipline and conscious self affirmation. I still falter but I'm better off than previous years.
Our friends influence us on so many levels, like eating habits, dressing, music genre, haircut or hairstyle e.t.c, hence that statement
Show me your friends and I will tell you who you are.
The way we form connections is do beautiful that one cannot know for sure how it began. Choosing the persons you wish to influence or be influenced by is considered as wise.
Happy new week Jay.
This wholesome, Becky!
I love the conscious self-affirmation that you do. It's something everyone should do, quite frankly.
I appreciate this contibution, very much.
In conversations that you have with people, do you do a lot of talking or you prefer listening? I wonder.
In reply to your question, I do a bit of both actually. Take care and have a blessed new week ahead