LaCresha's Lens Focuses On...page 54...Courtesy

Have you ever been forced to be around someone who lacks boundaries and the ability to be courteous? 
Unfortunately, I have had my share of these people in my life.  Each passing day I hope to be able to lessen the amount of people like that in my life while I pursue my dreams and goals.  There is a small bit of hope, while I know there will still be those "bad apples" in each bunch, I won't have to deal with them every single day for months or years. 
As I am not one who is willing to live with my parents while I pursue my goals, I work for a doctor as a Secretary by day.  This individual has a lot of issues and pushes the boundaries with her lack of respect on a daily basis. One never knows what to expect when they open the back door to the office.  Often it is a confrontation of something which she messed up but has found a way to blame someone else.
Understand personal boundaries and displaying the respect which goes with it is a huge thing in life.  It is quite frustrating to deal with someone who lacks the ability to respect boundaries.  It has taken me a long time to put my foot down and set boundaries in my life.  During that process I have found the strength to use the words "that is my boundary".  Yet, it has helped for me to establish the ground rules for my expectations from others in life.  In return, I treat people the way I desire to be treated.
Displaying courtesy towards other speaks loudly.  It doesn't take long to see the difference around you when you display courtesy.  A little kindness goes a long way.

I don't know about you, but I appreciate being treated well and with kindness.  In my life and the things I have endeavored, kindness has not always been front and center.  Knowing I never want to be treated poorly again, I have taken that life experience and utilize it in a positive manner.  That time in my life I use to try and display how people deserve to be treated, no matter what, and that is with patience and kindness.  Maybe that lady at the check out counter is not friendly, but walk a mile in her shoes before you judge them.  You don't know what is happening in their life.  You don't need to know, what I recommend to you, is take a moment to smile and display some kindness.  The pay off may not be immediate, but I promise you, what comes around goes around.  You will see a change if you are willing to try and have patience with the process.