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I’m Yasui, the president of a small company specializing in high-pressure gas equipment inspections.
Today, I received a call requesting a quotation. The request has been submitted, and now we're waiting for a response. Please bear with us a little longer.
This particular request is a re-quotation for an estimate we provided two years ago. However, with price fluctuations being so extreme these days, there's no guarantee that even a few months-old estimate remains valid, let alone one from two years ago. I feel bad for the trading company handling this and taking on the extra work.
There’s a saying, “The grass always looks greener on the other side.” Similarly, it’s easy to find ourselves irritated by other people’s behavior or actions. But why do others’ actions bother us so much? Is it because we have too much free time or are under immense stress?
I sometimes think, “You’re so angry, but have you looked at yourself?” Of course, I’d never say it out loud (laughs).
As an ordinary person, far from being a saint, I don’t feel entitled to get angry at others or scold grown adults. Frankly, I’ve long struggled with this inability to express anger. I’d worry, “If I can’t show anger, can I really protect my family when it matters?” (What am I, trying to become a Super Saiyan?)
But the truth is, in moments of danger, you don’t necessarily rely on anger—you rely on instincts like yelling or physically protecting those around you. Anger might raise your blood pressure, quicken your heartbeat, and rob you of your calm, potentially escalating the situation further.
So perhaps not being able to express anger isn’t such a bad thing. Instead of simply getting angry, I tend to focus on what’s causing the other person to be upset. What’s their perspective? I want to understand, not to argue, but so I can respond properly.
Of course, there are times when the anger directed at you feels unreasonable or nonsensical. But even so, doesn’t that reflect a certain level of limited thinking?
Now, let’s reflect: Do we, as imperfect beings, have the right to scold others? Whether it’s our family, colleagues, neighbors, or children—are we truly flawless enough to judge others?
Do you never slack off, never waste time, or never struggle with your own flaws? Do you claim to live perfectly, without any embarrassing habits or mistakes? The truth is, we all have our shortcomings.
Rather than finding fault in others, why not focus on being understanding? Why not choose to speak kind words instead of harsh ones? Why not strive to find people’s strengths instead of fixating on their weaknesses?
By making a conscious effort each day to be positive and supportive, you’ll foster not only a better environment for others but also a better mindset for yourself. Over time, the good will grow, and the bad will shrink.
Let’s start this journey today.
Today’s Quote:
"We are not perfect beings, so we should not judge or scold others."
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