People and the world around us influence our well-being. We encounter people with different mentalities and temperaments, which are beyond our control.
While spiritual teachings often emphasize inner strength and resilience, it’s also important to acknowledge our human emotions and reactions to external stimuli.
The best way to deal with them is to accept the positive experiences and ignore the negative ones.
In a world where you can be anything, be kind— Unknown
It was one of those days when I was feeling a bit lost. Sitting at home and engulfed by overthinking, I decided to step outside in my apartment campus. A neighbor whom I hadn’t seen for several days, met me and started her friendly chatter, asking about how I had been lately and why she hadn’t seen me in quite a while. Sensing that I may not be in the best of spirits, she continued having light, jovial conversations, saying, “it’s so nice to see you, though only once in a blue moon.”
Social interactions influence our moods. Being in the company of such people, you immediately feel uplifted. I felt so light when I returned home, and her warmth stayed with me for quite some time. My experience with my neighbor’s friendly gesture is a great reminder of how positive interactions can uplift us.
This is what research suggests about the effects of positive socializing
Social connection is a pillar of lifestyle medicine. Humans are wired to connect, and this connection affects our health. From psychological theories to recent research, there is significant evidence that social support and feeling connected can help people maintain a healthy body and improve overall mental health.
While A Rare Negative Encounter Is Best To Be Overlooked.
In another incident, a neighbor whom I have seen multiple times in my vicinity shocked me with her apathetic comments. Our paths have crossed several times, obviously, she too would have seen me. Though we have not met personally, but I recognize her.
Her statement when we met at a common friend’s home, “Are you new here? I haven’t seen you before,” was like a bolt out of the blue. I wondered whether she had suddenly developed amnesia!! But, I grant her the benefit of doubt — she may be experiencing difficulties in her own life. So it is best to just let go of such incidents and move on.
Balancing these perspectives can help us navigate life’s challenges with more grace and understanding.
