Remember the llama and avoid drama (entry no.23)

I literally just finished watching "The Emperor's New Groove" and it got me thinking about things I was saying in my previous entries about not giving up on others and recognizing that there is more happiness in giving than in receiving. It sounds stupid but this movie actually highlights both those points perfectly. Pacha refuses to give up on Kuzco even though he is so incredibly conceded and selfish. He rescues Kuzco from the jungle knowing that Kuzco has the intent of stealing his home so he can build himself a pool. Pacha even fights Yzma so Kuzco can change back into a human even though it's ultimately none of his business.

This leads Kuzco to have a change of heart, highlighting this concept that there is good inside of everybody. So many people would've given up on Kuzco after what he put Pacha through but Pacha sticks it out til the very end and as a result, Kuzco changes for the good. So how can we justify giving up on people if there is always a chance for good? But maybe Pacha did give up on Kuzco, maybe the reason he stuck it through til the end was not because of the Emperor but because of Pacha's own values. His kind and good heart refused to let Kuzco walk alone even if it meant staying on the losing side. I like that. Our values should always outweigh the feelings we have towards others whether good or bad. 

Return evil for evil to no one. I remind myself of that constantly. Obviously, stay away from "evil" people as best as you can but when it's unavoidable, don't retaliate. There is great strength in keeping quiet. In fact keeping quiet and speaking up should be viewed as equally important! It's the same with listening and speaking, both are essential, especially when it comes to cultivating friendships. Of course, everyone leans more towards one than the other. If you couldn't tell by now, I am a speaker, but only around people I am comfortable with. If not, you'll find me staring at my shoes in the corner avoiding eye contact. 

I deeply admire people who are instantly personable, especially in large groups. I wish I could be more like that but most of the time it's my sister who helps me break the ice with new people. Her and my dad have ALWAYS been instantly personable. That being said, I do think I'm a little more personable than my mom. She probably takes the longest time to open up to new people out of the four of us. But despite that she is so incredibly generous and hospitable, I strive to follow her example, she really is a superwoman. Now if you'll excuse me, it is now snack time and I'm pretty sure there is a bag of chips in the kitchen with my name on it. 

You're still here? Meet me at entry no.24 :)

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