Do you take the High Road?

"We don't see the world as it is, we see it as we are." ~ Anais Nin

At times we feel hurt, betrayed or disappointed by someones words or action. And, on occasion our own hurt wants to hurt them back or at least know they might be suffering too. While we are still licking our wounds, we might even imagine that person is happily going about their life. Life certainly doesn't seem fair sometimes. Have you ever experienced this scenario? I have!

Choosing to Raise Our State is a process of refining our character. Learning to take the high road when we feel hurt or betrayed pays off.

Consider this truth: "What we do to others, we do to ourselves."

High Road Strategies:

• Feel the feelings without making a big story out of them. In time, when you are present to your feelings, they subside. Stopping the story is the big task.
• Refrain from reaction and wait to respond. Reaction hurts you and clear response strengthens your integrity.
• Look at your participation in the relationship. Is there anywhere you can take responsibility? Are you a victim or a volunteer?
• Strive to find your peace through forgiveness.
• Let go and move on!