Pain Makes People do Cruel Things, Even when they are Intrinsically Good

miWisdom today… Pain makes people do cruel things, even when they are intrinsically good.
Our lives are filled with constant ups and downs. The happiest of moments come and go, and over time they have a tendency to balance out the sadness that some of us continue to hold within our hearts. Because we are such [...]

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Our Perspectives Can Betray Our Views of Reality

miWisdom today… Over long periods of time we invest a lot of time and emotional energy into other people. If suddenly these people were to betray us, it would no doubt hurt, and questions would need to be answered…

Can I still trust this person?
Can I learn to forgive them for their betrayal?
Can I learn to [...]

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People’s Anger is Just a Cry for Help!

miWisdom today… When one is angry, that anger is only the external manifestation of a hidden self-conscious emotion trying to express itself, trying to get noticed, while seeking healing, comfort and support.
Instead of getting upset at others because of their anger, it is best to try and understand them, to get a sense as to [...]

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The Subtle Approach – Subduing Anger & Resistance

miWisdom today… Getting angry or upset at others doesn’t normally work to one’s favour, as it creates resistance and throws the other person against you. Not only does the other person now see you as the enemy, they also completely resist what you have to say no matter how much logical sense your argument may [...]

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The Secret to Becoming Indispensable to Others

miWisdom today… You must at the very least appear to be indispensable to others within your network. In this way you will hold insurmountable power of influence over your relationships with them. When you are wanted and needed for very specific reasons people will flock to you and will want to assist you with your [...]

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Covering all Your Communication Bases

miWisdom today… One must be very careful as to when, where and how to raise certain topics or issues with other people.The when refers to the timing of your encounter with this other person. Keep in mind that at certain times people will be more receptive to what you have to say than at other [...]

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Relationships are about the Finer Details

miWisdom today… Building strong relationships with others all rests upon the finer details. It is all about knowing a matrix of interesting habits, hobbies, likes, values, beliefs and ideas about the other person which usually determines the strength of your relationship with them. By knowing and understanding these intricacies you will not only be a [...]

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A Pleasant Surprise or an Inconvenience?

miWisdom today… Everyone enjoys being surprised, as long as you don’t pull them out of their comfort zone and put them in a situation where they do something that goes against their nature. People however don’t enjoy being surprised when they have another agenda on their mind. In such instances, surprises can just get in [...]

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Draw the Line, or it will be Drawn for You!

miWisdom today… If you allow other people to take advantage of you at the beginning of your relationship with them, they will continue to abuse this power and will take even further advantage of you in the future. It is simply put in a few words – “give people a little and they will take [...]

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Loyalty is at the Cornerstone of Success

miWisdom today… Loyalty towards other people is created through integrity, trust and the emotional investment you make in your relationship with the other person. The more positive, helpful, and supportive emotions you invest the greater loyalty the other person will have towards you. In the end, all success and happiness in life will depend on [...]

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