There have been times despite all efforts to remain focused and positive that I find myself tempted by the lure of gossip, living in the past, and reveling in pity. As you know, I have a longer track record with negative emotions and whenever I'm feeling particularly nostalgic or in an unbalanced state of mind- I have a tendency to take a few steps back. Some days, I do admit, I don't readily pass up hearing the latest titillating tidbits about friends of friends and have been known to graciously accept RSVP's down memory lane. I've been embroiled in power struggles both personally and professionally and have on numerous occasions discussed my contempt for certain people over one too many cocktails. During a recent encounter with an old acquaintance I found myself traveling back in time. While reminiscing about the past seemed like an intriguing proposition, I must say that the conversation did get stale after the first 15 minutes. Who dated who, who slept with who, and who hated who in 1990 is as irrelevant today as yesterday's news.
Isn't it ironic that the people and situations teeming with the most venom and negativity actually have a tendency to bring out the very best in you? I'd typically never buy into this concept myself, but after endless run in's with drama queens, miserable hags, and insecure schleps- I can't help but to be thankful that at least, I'm not in their shoes. When I hear them gawk about their petty woes or whine on their tempestuous soap box, all I feel is genuine pity at their obvious attempts for attention. And if I ever find myself trapped alone in a bathroom situation, I'll even goes as far as to offer an insincere smile complete with head nod, all the while thinking in my head, "you're one crazy bitch!" And just like that, I'm loving the shoes I'm in, grateful for the friends I have, and kissing the ground I walk on. And you- what brings out your very best? Do tell...
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