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Resolving Issues

"Resolving Issues" Should a problem arise between you and another one, Handle it maturely with them before you jump the gun. Take the subject up with the other one affected, Not with other people while the right one is rejected. Do not with others uninvolved, issues discuss, For this is seeking sympathy for stirring up a fuss, To make a little, mole hill into a huge mountain size Is counter productive, so childish and unwise. A person of integrity, respectable, and humble Will face adversity head on, not cowardly crumble. A person of integrity in themselves is secure, Knows better than to run away, to act immature. A person turning to others except the one they should to, Is not a person to be trusted from any point of view. Be wary of such a person, with you they'll do the same. You'll be in another discussion but only with your name. When we shy away to avoid confrontation, But then turn to others to seek validation, We in fact then imply there's guilt we are suppressing, For otherwise we'd face that which needs addressing. But.. if you attempt sincerely to an issue get resolved, First with the one its with, who also is involved, And should they willfully decline, flatly refuse, You are in your right then to another pathway choose. Everyone has the right to from themselves purge Pain and frustration and its swelling urge. But there is a right way and also, there's a wrong. Which we choose shows we're either weak or strong. So many problems that grow large would more easily be resolved, If people would address issues only with those who are involved. People seem to mostly choose the path of least resistance, Compounding the symptoms, with the cause left in existence. So, any gripes one has with me, please with me discuss, Instead of sucking others in, about what's between just us And do so while and when the issue's in its youth Before assumptions can be made to wrinkle up the Truth. There's no need for apprehension if you're honest and direct. Discussion won't become an argument when there is respect. With every issue there are three sides that will come into play. There's one side and the other, and then Truth will have its say. Listening is required with egos' arrogance subdued So that by and from both sides the issue is reviewed Fairly and squarely and without character assault, Allowing both sides to learn where lies each other's fault. If with me you have a problem and cannot with me deal And for whatever reason you choose to with others squeal, Then call yourself the label you are then of deserving For you're in the Coward's Club, membership reserving. Ah, but do remember, when you deal with me, I deal with facts and Truth and open honesty. So, if you pull a fast one to on me place all the blame? I won't waste my time with my indignity as your aim. Written by Artsieladie/Sharon Donnelly ©2015-03-23 13:58:00 (EST) All rights reserved.

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Date: 6/20/2018 9:10:00 AM
A Mission statement for the human race, amazing poetry Artsie, love it..
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Artsieladie Sharon Donnelly
Date: 6/20/2018 11:16:00 PM
Thank you, Harry, for your kind, supportive words. We need to look no further than within ourselves to make the world a better place, for we each have the power to contribute to make a better human race. Have a pleasant day. :) ~ Artsie
Date: 6/18/2018 1:55:00 PM
So many are labeled cowards...Truth hurts sometimes. Excellent poem Artsie of note worthy advice...Enjoyed...All the best, Charlie :)
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Artsieladie Sharon Donnelly
Date: 6/20/2018 11:04:00 PM
Thank you, Charles, for your added thoughts. Always appreciated. If we can't resolve issues on a small scale, how can we ever hope to resolve the world issues on a much larger scale? All the best to you as well. :) ~ Artsie
Date: 6/17/2018 3:08:00 PM
Hey Artsie, thank you for your comment as a result I wrote my spiritual director giving him a copy of your comment. I also deal with truth, fact and honesty which people not like the result is them naturally unfriending me. To answer your question of why we have confessions because Jesus Christ gave the apostles or priest power to heal and forgive sins of the penitent or the person confessing. I like your poem it's something to think about because English is my second language because I'm Filipino and hope we can be friends. Nice poem there's a lot of words I need to look up but thank you for your comment. I'm a Catholic or Roman Catholic. ~Jac
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Artsieladie Sharon Donnelly
Date: 6/20/2018 10:59:00 PM
Hi, Jacqueline. A best friend of mine, 40+ years, Lydia, is Filipino. :) Thank you for sharing & answering one of my questions. Personally, I believe in going directly to God, cultivating my personal relationship with Him. Religions can interfere with this. Since Love unites all peoples, my religion is Love. God bless. :) ~ Artsie

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