Day 1036

Good afternoon!  My name is Lauren, and I'm a grateful, recovering alcholic/addict.  It took me a long time to realize and understand that I have no control over anyone else and their actions.  I only can control my reactions, but in doing so, I can change the situation itself.  Let's say someone is trying to get a rise out of me, and unkind words are said to me.  I could A) say unkind words back and start a fight and who knows where it would go.  or B) think before I speak, and say something unexpectedly nice back to them, and totally change the situation.  First off, they were expecting to make me mad and get under my skin and start something.  I could do what is hard, but right, and not lash out and say mean words back.  I'm not saying I always do this, but I have been trying to bite my tongue more, and not start fights, or continue fights, even thought I may be right.  I used to always have get the last word in, always be right, every time.  Today, I let more things go.  It's not worth it.  Fighting and being mad is making me have more gray hair too.  :)  Well, that's all I have for today.   Have a great one.  Be kind today!