Constantly, I watch a lot of people consistently take, take, take, and they never give anything back to anyone or anything. Yet, their life seems to be easy breezy and pretty much worry free. Then, there are those, who consistently feel like they are sacrificing due to circumstances that they can not avoid. At some point in time, I am sure many of us have had to make decisions to keep something or let it go in order to move onto the next level. However, some of us may be giving up more than we realize, which leads us into martyrdom.It’s very typical to sacrifice eating out daily or getting your nails done weekly in order to save an extra buck or two for gas. It’s a little sacrifice of our personal reward system, but it’s nothing to cause any uproar. Uproar should be caused when you find yourself living with a totally capable, working adult who is not sacrificing anything to help you with finances or chores within your household. You are left to return all of your items to the store or pawn all of your electronic goods on a constant basis to survive because you feel it’s a small part of sacrifice for your household. I know all about survival, but in this situation, you are treading deathly in martyrdom.It’s sickening to watch so many people living with others who do not find a problem with you returning your clothes while they style out in their never returned outfit. You shouldn’t have to wear rags to survive and keep fully capable adults comfortable at the same time. We need to make sure that we surround ourselves with responsible and considerate individuals. Individuals refer to lovers, siblings, parents, and friends. Do not let others take advantage of your ability to sacrifice during tight times and push you into martyrdom.I’m not saying go home and yell,” Start helping me sacrifice around here!!” However, I believe it’s best if you go home and talk to those you love about the weight that they are not carrying. If you guys can communicate clearly and take equal responsibility in finances and chores, you can avoid living in sacrificial mode period and live an abundant life as we should. If communication seems inevitable with them, then it’s very clear that you should review your options and status very closely.Much love and success!Nikki
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