Coping with People You Dislike

Coping with People You Dislike by [Madisyn Taylor]( Your aversion to some people may actually be your response to fear that specific qualities you see in them also exist within you As much as most of us wish we could exist in harmony with the people we encounter throughout our lives, there will always be individuals we dislike. Some simply rub us the wrong way while others strike us as deliberately unaware. We may judge others as too mean or abrasive for us to interact with them comfortably. Yet no person should be deemed a villain because their beliefs, opinions, mannerisms, and mode of being are not compatible with your own. You need not embrace the rough traits they have chosen to embody. There may be times in which the best course of action involves distancing yourself from someone you dislike. But circumstances may require that you spend time in the company of individuals who awaken your aversion. In such cases, you can ease your discomfort by showing your foe loving compassion while examining your feelings carefully. The reasons we dislike some individuals are often complex and, at first, indecipherable. Often, we are automatically averse to people who are different because they compel us to question our values, spirituality, culture, and ideologies, threatening to undermine our self-assurance. Realistically, however, those you dislike have no power to weaken your life's foundations. In fact, your aversion to specific individuals may actually be your response to your fear that specific qualities you see in them also exist within you. Their presence may force you to face internal issues you would rather not confront. If you meet someone who inspired an intense, largely negative response in you, ask yourself why your reaction is so laden with powerful emotions. Remember that you control your feelings and, if necessary, you can minimize this individual's impact on your well-being by choosing how you will respond to them. Though you may not have an immediate breakthrough, your willingness to consider your dislike rationally can help you better understand the root of your feelings. Your aversion to certain individuals may not wane over time, yet the comprehension you gain through reflection can help you interact with them sympathetically, benevolently, and with a greater degree of kindness. There is nothing wrong with recognizing that you are incompatible with some people. You may never achieve a shared harmony with those you dislike, but you can nonetheless learn to modulate your reactions to these individuals and, ultimately, to coexist peacefully with them. [PRINT]( [SAVE]( [DISCUSS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- DailyOM Course Spotlight [Shifting from Fear to Love]( by Gabrielle Bernstein Looking within, we find that fear is what keeps us stuck in unhealthy patterns and limiting beliefs. Each time we shift our perception from fear to love we create a miracle. In this course, you'll clear the fear that's blocking you from accessing the love and miracles that are your birthright. Using principles from the celebrated metaphysical text A Course in Miracles, you'll learn step-by-step how to release fear and live an inspired, miraculous life. This course includes powerful lessons, guided meditations, audio guidance, and mind-opening exercises to help you uncover and clear your fear week by week. Recognizing, understanding, and clearing fear allows us to put our faith in love and welcome miracles into our lives every day. The more miracles you add up, the more extraordinary your life will be. The outside world and all your relationships will be enhanced as a result of your inner shift. Serenity will kick in, fear will subside and once and for all you'll know that all the love you need is inside you. [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. [Be Free from Unhealthy Relationships]( 2. [Chair Yoga for Healing, Strength and Mobility]( 3. [21 Day Tabata Yoga Body Challenge]( 4. [Fit and Fierce Over 40]( 5. [7 Day Raw Cleanse]( 6. [Overcoming Self-Sabotage]( 7. [21 Day Beautiful Arms & Abs Transformation]( 8. [Make Yourself a Money Magnet]( 9. [Overcoming Body Shame]( 10. [Becoming Whole Again]( > [More Courses]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Home]( | [Inspiration]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( | [Gift Shop]() [Email Settings]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Help/FAQ]( © 2016 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved No portion of this site can be reprinted without express permission. Subscribed as {NAME}[at]gmail.com (1276706) [1]