My Reflections

July 2022 reality questions

July 2022:
(Getting extra personal this month-lol)

Do you care what others think of you?
To an extent. However, for the most part, no! People will think what they will.

Are you easily influenced by others?
I like to think that I am not. I have been accused of being a bit of a rebel.

How is your relationship with your parents?
They are deceased. However, when they were alive, it was very complicated, dysfunctional, and toxic.

Do you believe in soul mates?
YES!

What are the 3 most important things in a relationship?
Love, trust, peace


Can you accept people for who they are?
yes, but I don't always have to associate with them.


Do you feel accepted?
In some circles, yes. Other times, not so much.


Is there a relationship in your life you would like to change?
Yes, my neighbor drives me crazy. I care and want to help within reason, but wish I knew how and what bounderies to set with her. She can be quite difficult and demanding at times.

How would you change it?
As I stated above, I would establish better boundaries with her.


How do you fit into your family? What is your role?
That's a very good question. At this point, I don't know.

Your family is always the people you are related to.
Sometimes close friends are closer than blood relatives.


Which non-relatives do you consider family?
My best friend, Sheila.


Do you have any toxic friendships in your life? How can you deal with this?
I tend to attract the under dogs. So, yes, I sometimes end up with toxic friendships. Truthfully, I remind myself that Christ thought they were to die for and that every human on earth has value. They are here for a purpose.


Do you find it easy to apologize to others?
Most of the time when I truly feel an apology is owed.


Are you a good listener?
I try to be, but I know I can improve.


Have your views on love changed since you were a teenager? If so, why?
I know a lot more than I did back then. I can't say my views on love have changed too much though. I have just become smarter and wiser regarding it.


Are you a secretive person? Do you find it easy to confide in other people?
I am pretty much what you see is what you get. I don't always confide in others, but I am not completely private either. Just look at my Facebook page. lol


Who are you closest to in your family and why?
My cousin Teresa, who is also a writer on here because she is the one, I talk to the most.


Who knows you the best?
Sheila, my best friend


Do you share the same values as other members of your family?
No


Is there a big difference between your values and those of the older members of your family?
Somewhat, but it's hard to explain.


Are you attracted to the same personality type as yourself or the opposite?
I am attracted to both I think.


What one thing do you wish someone would say to you?
Would you like some help with that?


Do you make friends easily?
yes


Who did you last spend quality time with? Why do you think you connect well with that person?
My best friend, Sheila. We have known each other from high school.


Do you think you are fairly judged by others?
No, I am frequently misunderstood.


Is there someone in your life you should be spending more time with?
I should probably spend more time with Sheila.


Is there someone you should be spending less time with?
Cathy and John


Have you ever loved someone who didn’t love you back? How did that make you feel?
Yes, it is deeply hurtful and life changing.


Have you ever betrayed a friend?
Sometimes life requires us to make hard decisions we don't want to make. Yes, unfortunately, but we have since made up.


Have you ever been betrayed by a friend?
More than once


Have you ever felt controlled by another person?
More than I care to mention


Who, in your life makes you feel special?
Sheila and Alex


Who can you share comfortable silences with?
Sheila


Who are you most like in your family?
I am not sure and not sure I want to know


Do you think people look up to you?
A lot of times, yes


Who can calm you down?
Sheila


Who are you not afraid to be yourself with?
anyone. I am who I am.


Do you think it is important, to be honest with people even if that honesty causes pain?
Most of the time, yes. A lie hurts worse than the truth if it is discovered.


Do you have friends who have different backgrounds from you? Do you feel this is important?
yes and yes


Who would you turn to in a crisis?
Sheila


Have you ever been afraid of another person? How did you deal with this?
Yes, more than I care to mention. Avoid that person and situation if you can. Either that, find out where your edge is and use it for all you are worth.


Do you ever feel sad about people you have lost touch with who were once important to you? of course


How do you think your work colleagues feel about you?
I think most of them like me.


How do you feel about them? Do you have good working relationships?
Yes, I have good work relationships.


Do you feel that you need more encouragement from others?
Not necessarily, but it is nice to receive it.


Can you communicate well in a relationship? Do you talk out your problems?
I like to think I am a good communicator, and of course I talk them out. :)


Have you ever lied or cheated in a relationship? Did you come clean?
Yes, and yes, I came clean.


Do you regret it now?
yes


What are your best traits?
my smile, kindness, creative, resourceful


What are your worst traits?
my temper scares even me.


What is the biggest compliment you have ever received?
I saved a child's life when it was choking and was called a hero.


What do you need to make you feel safe?
God and my faith in Jesus Christ


Where is your safe place?
Is there really a "safe" place?
At home


What do you worry about?
I try not to worry, but mostly about the safety and well-being of the people I love the most.


Do you worry too much? How can you deal with this?
I don't think I do. If I feel myself getting overly worried, I pray until I feel better.


What is your favorite song? What does it mean to you?
I have many favorite songs. I guess if I have to pick just one, it would be "Amazing Love".


What is your greatest accomplishment?
Graduating high school and technical trade school


What are you most thankful for?
Jesus' sacrifice on the cross


What would your ideal day be?
Hmm! Good question. I guess I would have gotten plenty of sleep the night before. I would have my Bible reading and prayer time. I would exercise and eat healthy and feel satisfied. I would spend some time with Sheila. I would spend time here on WDC. I would do what I needed to do for my businesses and work on my crafts some.