Those Joneses

Do you know what you like?  It can be confusing.  Most of us need to be validated by others' opinions.  

I used to be heavily distracted by the latest, greatest, newest and shiniest options available to me; thinking they would make me happier, but they didn't.  More often, trying to "keep up with the Joneses" made me feel worse about myself.  When other peoples' opinions matter to you more than your own, that may be an indication that you may have some self-esteem homework to do.

Of course, it always matters if someone is in a position of authority or you want to validate a friend to show support.  It is OK to pretend you like your boss's new car.  No one wants to make powerful enemies or hurt their friends' feelings.  However, there is a lot of time in each day when we are hangin' with peers, coworkers, and others who give opinions that differ from ours.

Let's take our options under advisement.  We can try our best to create a space where we can decide if our choices match our values and priorities, while also understanding we are supposed to prioritize based on our personal criteria.  We don't have to broadcast our choices if they will cause conflict.  

Under further review, something that looks like a precious metal could be fools' gold.  Costume jewelry is inexpensive and fun, and fun is an important component in life, too.  But we want to do our best to value what is really valuable in life to us.  Because those Joneses can be fickle and keeping up with them can be exhausting.  

Have a wonderful day!

xo

Conni

Today's Mantra:  I choose to create a space to decide if my choices match my values and priorities.

Mantra for Every Day: I choose to send love to all; receiving love back multiplied in infinite proportions, creating and nurturing pathways of love.