How we view life is according to the ethics and beliefs we adhere to. In our interaction with other people we shouldn’t assume that they share our views. To avoid disappointment we have to treat each interaction as if it is a closed book that has to be opened up before we can glean what […]
Some people are morally bankrupt and because of their insecurities they truly believe they can order other people around. We are all equal and entitled to a safe space. © Norma Bobb-Semple 2021
We are all perfect. If other people see imperfections in us that is a reflection on how they see themselves. Insecure people are full of loathing. Let the haters go. © Norma Bobb-Semple 2021
If we knowingly associate with people who lack empathy and respect how can we be alarmed when they misuse and abuse us. We have to vet the people we allow into our space. © Norma Bobb-Semple 2020
Loyalty a not a security, it can’t be traded on the stock exchange. We owe loyalty to ourselves and no one else. If we crave loyalty outside of ourselves the only way to get it is by acquiring a pet. Pleasing other people is not our job. © Norma Bobb-Semple 2020
We all carry baggage with us in all areas of our lives, be it as a child, a parent, a wife, or a husband. Our baggage might consist of trama, loss, abandonment, low self esteem, or on the other end of the scale, a liar and a thief. We have to be aware of the […]
On whom do we lay our trust? Do we expect other people to keep our secrets? Secrets are best kept by the people they belong to. To keep disappointment at bay trust no one except yourself. © Norma Bobb-Semple 2020
We tend to think that we can change people and situations. The only person we can change is us. The only situations we can change are those that affects us. Life is a full time learning institution. The lessons we learn through the situations we face can change our perception about ourselves and other people. […]
When we are dealing with others whether in a business or familiar relationship we have to listen to people and take them at their word, unless we have evidence to believe otherwise, for mistakes can have unsurmountable circumstances. © Norma Bobb-Semple 2020
We have to create boundaries in our lives or else people will walk all over us. There are people who have no respect for the sanctity of their fellow human beings. If we don’t value and respect ourselves how can we expect other people to respect us. © Norma Bobb-Semple 2020
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