Re: Importance of Second Chances

[Guest guest]

I agree. For the most part, I make a bad first impression. I am quiet,

awkward, and really don't say much when I first meet people. But, once people

get to know me, they can't get me to shut up.

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Importance of Second Chances

just wanted to share, hope no one minds:

Importance of Second Chances

Taking Another Look

Everyone deserves to be given a second chance in life and the opportunity

for forgiveness.

When we meet someone for the first time, we often create a defining image in

our minds of who that person is. We may also determine whether or not that

someone is worth getting to know. Sometimes when an initial interaction is

particularly uncomfortable or challenging, we can decide to close our hearts

to this new acquaintance entirely. But being too quick to judge can cause us

to lose out on a potentially wonderful, enriching relationship. First

impressions don't always give the complete picture, so if you meet someone

who leaves you less than impressed, consider giving them a second chance.

You might be pleasantly surprised.

Everyone deserves to be given a second chance. We know from personal

experience how painful it can feel to be misunderstood or judged. We have

good hearts and want them to be seen. We have so much to offer and want

others to welcome our gifts. When someone shuts us out before they even know

who we are, it can feel frustrating, hurtful, and confusing. By giving

others a second chance, we can extend the same courtesy we would ask for

ourselves. In this way, we set a precedent for all our relationships: to

allow everyone the freedom and safety to simply be human. Whether it is a

blind date, the man sitting next to you on the airplane, or your new

neighbor, everyone has a full life outside of their interaction with you.

They may be preoccupied with a personal or business situation that affects

the way they are presenting themselves, or maybe they had a rough day or

some bad news. If you give them the room to be who they are, where they are,

you will allow yourself to do the same! .

When you are considering giving someone a second chance, first check in with

your inner knowing. If you find that your intuition is advising you to keep

your distance, it is important to honor the guidance you receive. By

honoring your intuition when it has wisdom to share, you can feel confident

and happy in your decision to give others a second chance

'All that I have seen teaches me to trust God for all I have not seen.'

~Sugar

'All that I have seen teaches me to trust God for all I have not seen.'

~Sugar