In this cruel world, there are many who may not love that easily or reciprocate accordingly. When that happens, it is natural that the injured party may seek solace in solitude. I have met many who prefer to live a simple uncomplicated life, even if one has very few friends. No matter what, I believe that despite whatever disappointments we may have experienced in life, we have to always be ourselves and not to let people or circumstances rob us of our unique character. If we are loving and kind and have been hurt by those who could not love us in return or to show a little bit of love and kindness, that should not prevent us from ever loving or being kind to others. We just have to consolidate and move on. Of course we would also have to be wiser.
The following poem has beautiful words of wisdom about this whole topic. I do not know who is the author. Do read it and pass it on if you have been blessed by these words. Take care and have a lovely day!
ALWAYS BE
Always,
Be understanding to your enemies.
Be loyal to your friends.
Be strong enough to face the world each day.
Be weak enough to know you cannot do everything alone.
Always,
Be generous to those who need your help.
Be frugal with that you need yourself.
Be wise enough to know that you do not know everything.
Be smart enough to continue learning.
Always,
Be willing to share your joys.
Be willing to share the sorrows of others.
Be a leader when you see a path others have missed.
Be a follower when you are shrouded by the mists of uncertainty.
Always,
Be first to congratulate an opponent who succeeds.
Be last to criticize a colleague who fails.
Be sure where your next step will fall, so that you will not tumble.
Be sure of your final destination, by setting your goals along the way.
Above all,
always be yourself.
-author unknown-
Always,
Be understanding to your enemies.
Be loyal to your friends.
Be strong enough to face the world each day.
Be weak enough to know you cannot do everything alone.
Always,
Be generous to those who need your help.
Be frugal with that you need yourself.
Be wise enough to know that you do not know everything.
Be smart enough to continue learning.
Always,
Be willing to share your joys.
Be willing to share the sorrows of others.
Be a leader when you see a path others have missed.
Be a follower when you are shrouded by the mists of uncertainty.
Always,
Be first to congratulate an opponent who succeeds.
Be last to criticize a colleague who fails.
Be sure where your next step will fall, so that you will not tumble.
Be sure of your final destination, by setting your goals along the way.
Above all,
always be yourself.
-author unknown-
Monyet King The last line "always be yourself" is the most important. Avoids all sorts of problems