There
are times when keeping the peace is more important than making one’s
point. Take for example, the instance
where individuals have to interact with one another. One says or does something that’s out of
line. Is it prudent for the other to add
fuel to the fire by getting upset? Or
will everyone’s purpose be better served if they hold their tongue, bide their
time and allow things to smooth over?
Sometimes,
it’s better to address things right away.
But other times, doing so only inflames an already tense situation. That’s when I believe it’s better to consider
one’s options to see it there might be a better time to address the issue,
perhaps once tempers are a bit calmer and those involved can think more rationally
rather than reacting with their emotions.
Many
of our lives are complicated and hectic.
This time of year tends to add to that.
Couple the aforementioned with individuals being forced to interact with
those they might normally opt to avoid, and things can get a bit dicey. Adopting a plan ahead of time that allows one
to diffuse a situation as smoothly as possible is a good idea. Not only will it help mitigate problems that
arise but also it will go a long ways towards keeping the peace.
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