I want to talk about another common statement: ‘Do unto others what you want them to do unto you.’
As much as this is believed to be a Biblical principle, it often ends up being used as a tool for emotional blackmail; especially when the person it's being used on is not outspoken or expressive.
You'll just hear: ‘Do unto others what you want them to do to you.’
But let’s flip the page for a moment. Do you do unto others what you want them to do to you?
Can you take what you give?
I’m asking because, the way some people treat others, they wouldn’t tolerate half of it if the roles were reversed. That’s when you start hearing things like:
‘I don’t take nonsense.’
‘I have zero tolerance for disrespect.’
Yada yada...
Calm down! You’re reacting this way because now, it's happening to you. But given the same conditions, at that exact moment, Time T, what would the outcome have been if the tables were turned? Would you have done better, or worse?
Here’s the thing:
You want people to respect your privacy, yet you’ve crowned yourself H.O.D., Media and Publicity Department of other people’s lives.
You want to be treated like royalty, yet you treat those around you like they’re disposable.
You want to be seen, heard, and loved but you don’t even have the patience to listen to others, let alone love them.
You want people to love you for who you are, but you judge others at first sight.
You want to be celebrated, yet you find it hard to clap for others.
You want the world to revolve around you but not for a second around someone else.
Well, I hate to interrupt your pretty sleep, but wake up.
If you find it hard to live by the words, ‘Do unto others as you want them to do unto you,’ then ask yourself honestly:
‘How would I feel if the table were turned?’
That one question will gently nudge you out of dreamland and into reality.
As you reflect, make the necessary adjustments and do better.
✍️Blessedink