How To Protect Your Energy At All Costs
Take agency for your life.
I made a very profound observation when I overheard my dad on the phone today.
He was annoyed and started screaming at his “friend” and insulting him. I say “friend” because my dad doesn’t really have any friends and because he doesn’t know how to talk to people in general.
You wouldn’t scream at your friend and constantly belittle their intelligence, opinions, or choices. (If you do, respect doesn’t seem to be the foundation of your friendship.)
What struck me was that my dad could not see the irony in this situation.
If someone or something bothers you that much, why do you carry on giving your energy to that person or thing?
Anger drains you.
I’ve been there, done that.
I have been angry, annoyed, or frustrated for days on end. I also held grudges for weeks, months, even years. But holding onto anger doesn’t give you anything in return. Nothing positive at least.
What anger does to you is that it takes energy away from you and if you keep being angry at someone for weeks, you will feel exhausted. Besides, there is literally nothing that will come from this anger.
