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Thursday, April 24, 2008

QTIP

QTIP= Quit Taking It Personally

Christine Comaford-Lynch uses this acronym in her book, Rules for Renegades and I find it to be incredibly appropriate for everyday life.

We often take the the things that are said and done to us on a deeply personal level. This has a big influence on the way we interact with others and on our own sense of self. The next time something upsets you, ask yourself: "Am I taking this too personally?" You'll find that this one simple question can put you on the path to living a happier life.