For how long should I keep patience? This question itself shows your impatience. Of the many situations and factors that demand patience, I find two to be the most important –
- Self-Growth and
- People
In fact, if you look closely at your worries, you will find that each incident that bothers you falls under one of the above. Let us list some every day incidents that test our patience –” I am working hard, still I don’t have a steady flow of work”, “he is late always”, “Why do people honk on signals?”, “I am trying to learn AI but it is too demanding” and so on.
Big cities carry a vibe of busyness. People’s minds are fragile. Small incidents trigger them and it has a trickle down effect on everything around.
Here are 3 simple ways by which you can develop patience–
- Focus on your energies. Others have their own thoughts and priorities. If your schedule is permitting you to take that extra task in hand, just do it. This will help you honor your individual potential.
- If you are upset over something and feel like putting your point forth, wait for an extra 10 minutes before you speak. The gap allows you to choose your words and vibe. Many a times the situation gets dissolved in that span.
- Remember your circle of control and circle of influence. Know where you can bring a change for good. Everything else does not need your attention.
The rule is simple – Be patient and keep doing what you are good at. Your every act of patience can create a domino effect and inspire many others to behave the same way.
Let us stop looking at PATIENCE as a weakness or vulnerability. Let us celebrate and acknowledge every act of patience to create a new culture of easiness and accommodation.