Long Suffering
How long is long suffering?
Suffering is allowing, but how much should one allow before the line is drawn? I cannot help thinking of longsuffering in relationships, especially in marriage, where it is not uncommon for one spouse to be more tolerant than the other. Where then should the line be drawn?
Purpose
When the purpose of an object, person, relationship or anything is not defined, abuse is often inevitable! The challenge therefore, not uncommonly in relationships, is boundaries not being defined or ill-defined. An employee's duties is clarified in a contract to avoid abuse and/or exploitation by either party. Any relationship that will stand the test of time needs clear boundaries to ensure mutual respect and avoid abuse in any form, no matter how sweetly packaged.
Tolerance
Respect recognises every one has weaknesses, we are all work in progress. Mutual respect therefore makes allowance for the other's weakness, whilst encouraging the areas of strength. Tolerating weakness should however not be to the extent of allowing abuse, and detrimental acts to anyone's well being.
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