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Sorry, Joe
Missed that comment. I wrote this sometime ago, but yes, I do tend to write according to what is going on around me. 
posted by
word.smith
on September 29, 2005 at 7:46 PM
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Cosy,
Thanks much. Mmm....it's worthless to pick battles that aren't worth fighting. That quote is quite truthful. We tend to tinge our truth with our own views and there's hell to pay sometimes if anyone dares cross us. I'm a great respecter of those who respect others. That works for me everytime. Feel free to use what you see here. I write for all who read, including myself.
posted by
word.smith
on September 29, 2005 at 7:43 PM
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Found it...silly me...your about you page...
posted by
cosy
on September 29, 2005 at 11:41 AM
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Wordsmith
stopped in for a *hug*...hey, where's your about you page??? Lawrd, I like to know who I'm reading...
Well, about this, you pick good topics. There's much to say about that statement, but I will solely say, make sure we pick battle's worth defending...like freedom of speech, religion, and so forth. The other view-points we may have are in fact true for each independently, "The truth is flawed by our own perceptions." So they should not be battled but rather respected. Awesome idea...in fact I will steal it now, may I? May I? Pleeeease??? lol
posted by
cosy
on September 29, 2005 at 11:21 AM
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word.smith
I can't help but wonder what made you write this. Could it have something to do with your boss and his tendency to stay quiet about his underling's doings?? Hmmmmm.
posted by
Joe_Love
on September 26, 2005 at 6:45 PM
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Katray,
Thanks. Now there's a challenge - being flexible. The older I get, the harder I struggle to be flexible, especially to change.
Since I like learning, it's not that hard all the time and yes, there are some beliefs that are so strong as to be unwavering.
posted by
word.smith
on September 21, 2005 at 9:58 AM
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Strong, well expressed post Word
I try to keep an open mind and be flexible, but I do have beliefs that are unwavering.
posted by
Katray2
on September 21, 2005 at 9:51 AM
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Timmy, works everytime.
posted by
word.smith
on September 21, 2005 at 9:48 AM
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word
I agree one hundred percent!! Stand up for yourself and for what is right
posted by
TIMMYTALES
on September 21, 2005 at 9:43 AM
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Malcolm,
I believe in dealing with things when they happen. I've found that in most situations this way works better. I find that face to face, it is easier to deal with whatever situation needs sorting out. If I leave things undone, they tend to fester and then I waste a lot of time thinking about all that I wanted to say, could have said and didn't.
I do agree, however, that it is much harder to listen than to speak.
posted by
word.smith
on September 21, 2005 at 9:37 AM
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Ms. Vision,
The eye is a little unnerving, eh? I like graphics, smileys and such way too much, I think.
I understand not liking conflict. I am the same way myself. I don't suggest getting into arguments over every little thing, but when it does matter it's time to speak out.
posted by
word.smith
on September 21, 2005 at 9:28 AM
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Genius, that is oh, so true!
Thanks for stopping in.
posted by
word.smith
on September 21, 2005 at 9:25 AM
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I agree
about getting the point across but it needn't be in that particular situation or meeting or whatever. I often sit and absorb and then attack in a different way - usually with the written word which can be longer lasting and more effective. It's important to listen without letting 'noise' disturb you. If you're frustrated or feeling bad about not being assertive you'll miss the point and won't be able to deal with it afterwards either. Listening is harder than speaking.
posted by
malcolm
on September 21, 2005 at 1:09 AM
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I love the pink background but they eye is really hard to look at.
I find it really hard to assert myself in certain situations. I'm a strong person but I hate conflict so I tend to let things drift a bit. When Its really important though and about things that you believe in really strongly I guess its important to speak up.
posted by
MsVision
on September 20, 2005 at 9:17 PM
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louder voices
those who know the least usually know it the loudest...
posted by
_the_staggering_genius_
on September 20, 2005 at 8:05 PM
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Thanks Digital!
posted by
word.smith
on September 20, 2005 at 6:47 PM
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It's important to get your point across...
especially when you know your point makes sense, and deserves to be aired...
Good point in a good post....
posted by
Digitalink
on September 20, 2005 at 5:02 PM
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Thanks Symph
posted by
word.smith
on September 20, 2005 at 11:59 AM
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Great post - well said.
posted by
_Symphony_
on September 20, 2005 at 9:24 AM
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Amateur..
It does prove difficult all the time to stand up for what we believe in, but I'd say it's worth doing.
posted by
word.smith
on September 20, 2005 at 9:19 AM
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Thanks Schree.
posted by
word.smith
on September 20, 2005 at 8:38 AM
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Reni, you always manage to give me a chuckle.
Thanks
posted by
word.smith
on September 20, 2005 at 8:38 AM
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BrightIrish,
It's true, and it has happened to me that when I don't stand up something I should I lose respect for myself and feel that I didn't do the right thing by keeping quiet.
posted by
word.smith
on September 20, 2005 at 8:35 AM
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What you wrote is right and true. But it is also one of the most difficult thing to practice, as people will test the strength and integrity of your belief.
posted by
Amateur
on September 19, 2005 at 10:44 PM
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Hey Word!!
Very eloquently stated..
Schree`
posted by
Schree
on September 19, 2005 at 8:02 PM
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I prefer to think of myself as cooked ravioli. Kinda soft, but completely
full of sh*t! lol
posted by
Renigade
on September 19, 2005 at 7:02 PM
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word.smith
Hi.. The headlines made me laugh? Am I A What? This is a really good post and you are right when you say how much better you'll feel when you stand up for your beliefs. 
posted by
BrightIrish
on September 19, 2005 at 6:59 PM
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Thanks, Tissie.
posted by
word.smith
on September 19, 2005 at 6:11 PM
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McBreeze,
yes, trouble does find us when we are slow to listen and quick to speak.
posted by
word.smith
on September 19, 2005 at 6:10 PM
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nice post
I agree with you..if you believe it stand up for it
Tissi Blake
posted by
TissiBlake
on September 19, 2005 at 3:31 PM
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word smith and tht is usually when trouble starts jumpin in 2 quick xx
posted by
mcbreeze
on September 19, 2005 at 12:30 PM
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You have a point there MayB.
Sometimes it's just not worth the effort to get involved in pointless battles.
posted by
word.smith
on September 19, 2005 at 12:28 PM
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That's a good approach, mcbreeze.
Most of the time we are too busy to even hear what the other person is saying, we're just waiting our turn to jump in with our point of view.
posted by
word.smith
on September 19, 2005 at 12:26 PM
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True, Masky.
Mudslinging and drag-down, knock-out fights do more damage than anything else. I find it best to pick and choose what I defend and when I do choose to defend my beliefs I try not to offend others in getting my point across.
posted by
word.smith
on September 19, 2005 at 12:22 PM
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It pays not to be a wet noodle everywhere but on Blogit perhaps. Here it is often best to use your noodle and say nothing and save the energy for other things
posted by
Azur
on September 19, 2005 at 12:20 PM
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word.smith
Although i do stand up for my beliefs i will listen to others opinions and mull it over.xx
posted by
mcbreeze
on September 19, 2005 at 8:57 AM
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Word...
He He He...the good thing about being a wet noodle is I'm neither over or undercooked yet.
I believe battles must be fought and we must stand up for and speak up about what we believe in; however, I prefer to engage in wars with a well thought, tactful approach. Wet noodles rarely survive when faced with mud slinging.
Very thoughtful, word! Thanks for putting it out there!
posted by
Masky
on September 19, 2005 at 8:56 AM
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Hey, you're working from home?
But you're such a nice noodle.
posted by
word.smith
on September 19, 2005 at 8:55 AM
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Yes, I am a wet noodle, and I need to heed the words you just wrote!!
posted by
Holy_Grail
on September 19, 2005 at 8:46 AM
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